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LAHORE, Jul 19 (APP):Inspector General of Police (IGP) Punjab Dr. Usman Anwar has approved the release of an additional Rs. 2.7 million to support the medical treatment of police personnel and their families, reaffirming the department’s strong commitment to the health and welfare of its force.
According to the spokesperson of Punjab Police, the financial assistance includes Rs. 500,000 for the medical treatment of the widow of late ASI Shahid Mahmood, who is suffering from a cardiac ailment, and Constable Muhammad Idrees, who requires surgery on his left leg.
ASIs Shakeel Ahmed, Zahid Mehmood, and Traffic Warden Azmat Ali have each been granted Rs. 200,000 for medical care. Similarly, ASI Muhammad Aslam and Constable Saeed Akbar have each received Rs. 150,000 to meet their medical needs.
In addition, Retired Assistant Director Liaqat Ali, Inspector Muhammad Riaz, Head Constable Muhammad Ahmad, and Constables Qaiser Bashir and Gul Zaman have each been provided Rs. 100,000 for treatment. Office Superintendent Abdul Hafeez, ASI Mechanic Javed Iqbal, and ASIs Muhammad Shakeel and Ijaz Ahmed have collectively been allotted Rs. 300,000 for medical expenses.
The disbursement was approved following scrutiny and recommendations by the Medical Financial Assistance Committee. IG Punjab Dr. Usman Anwar said that Punjab Police, under formal agreements with top healthcare institutions, is ensuring the provision of quality medical facilities to its personnel and their dependents. He added that the welfare of the police force remains a top priority and that all necessary steps will continue to be taken to support the health and well-being of those who serve.