Benazir Nashonuma Programme Being Launched; Three Facilitation Centers Planned
UrduPoint reports that a preliminary meeting regarding the launch of the Benazir Nashonuma Programme took place in Lodhran on Wednesday, September 09, 2026. The programme is set to be introduced in 12 additional districts of South Punjab, including Lodhran.
Key points from the meeting:
- Focus on strengthening maternal and child nutrition services.
- Improving coordination among government departments.
- Ensuring better access to facilities for eligible beneficiaries.
- Establishment of two facilitation centers at THQ hospitals in Dunyapur and Kehror Pakka.
- A third center will be established in Lodhran, with a DHQ or THQ hospital selected as the host.
Deputy Commissioner Muhammad Ashraf assured full district administration support for the programme’s success. The meeting was attended by several high-ranking officials from relevant departments.
