Dr Ehsan Orders Completion Of Development Works At Bibi Pakdaman Shrine
LAHORE, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - September 27, 2026) | 05:40 PM
Secretary/Chief Administrator Auqaf Punjab, Dr Ehsan Bhutta, has instructed authorities to complete ongoing development projects at the Bibi Pakdaman shrine within stipulated time, ensuring construction quality and structural safety.
He inspected Phase-II development works at the shrine, reviewing progress on male and female langar khanas, ablution facilities, window installation, plastering, and concreting in the basement. Present were Project Director Auqaf Rafiq Noor Wattoo, XEN Communications and Works Department Fahad Naveed, SDO Huzaifa, Auqaf Manager Gulzar Ahmad, and other officers.
Fahad Naveed briefed Dr Ehsan on project progress, stating that roof work on the male langar khana's first floor will be completed within 15 days. He also reported that construction of columns up to roof level in the basement of the female langar khana will be finished.
Dr Ehsan directed an acceleration of development work, emphasizing timely completion alongside meeting quality, structural strength, and safety standards. He stressed the importance of completing major projects to facilitate visitors to the shrine. He tasked officers and contractors with regular monitoring and strict adherence to deadlines.
Later, Dr Ehsan visited the shrine, offered Fateha, and prayed for the country's progress, prosperity, peace, and stability. He then inspected Data Darbar Hospital, reviewing medical facilities, availability of medicines, cleanliness, and other arrangements.
Present were Medical Superintendent Dr Javed Iqbal, Assistant Director Shahid Warq, and other medical and administrative officers. Dr Ehsan directed the hospital administration to maintain high cleanliness standards, ensure uninterrupted medication, and provide timely medical treatment to patients.
He also planted a sapling at the hospital ground as part of a plantation campaign. Subsequently, he visited the Girls Vocational Training Institute, reviewing educational and vocational training facilities for students.