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LAHORE, Jun 13 (APP):Punjab Health Minister Khawaja Salman Rafique said on Thursday the Punjab government had presented a “people-friendly” budget for the fiscal year 2024-25.
Lauding the efforts of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, he highlighted the budget’s focus on enhancing healthcare infrastructure and services across the province. Key initiatives include the establishment of Nawaz Sharif Institute of Cancer Treatment and Research in Lahore, with a projected cost of Rs 56 billion.
Additionally, the Nawaz Sharif Institute of Cardiology in Sargodha is set to be built at an estimated Rs 9 billion. The budget also allocates Rs 450 million for the introduction of an air ambulance service to enhance emergency healthcare accessibility.
He emphasized the government’s commitment to completing these projects by 2024-25, ensuring that quality health facilities are available to the public. He remarked that these efforts reflect the Punjab government’s dedication to advancing the province’s healthcare sector and improving the well-being of its citizens.