Punjab Government to Provide Free Plots to Journalists and Media Workers: Azma Bukhari closely listened to the journalists’ concerns and addressed their issues. She simplify misunderstandings regarding the Maskan Ravi project.
During the conference, it was agreed that in the Maskan Ravi Scheme, not only journalists but also all full-time media workers employed in media organizations will be given plots. The provincial minister assured that the Maskan Ravi project would be completed as soon as possible, under the supervision of RUDA, with no participation from PJHF.
Bukhari furthermore told that a total of 3,200 journalists and media workers will receive plots, with the plot size extended to 5 marlas to accommodate more beneficiaries. Journalists and media workers from Lahore will be get first, with those from other cities receiving plots either in Maskan Ravi or in their respective districts’ residential schemes.
The minister said that appeals filed by petitioners in the Maskan Ravi project will be considered based on merit, make sure no journalist is deprived of their right. Plots under this scheme will be Offered free of charge to all eligible media workers and journalists.
She said that the delay in the project was not caused by RUDA or the Punjab govt, but by a journalist who gain a restraining order against the project. She has ordered her staff to search High Court instructions for daily hearings and to expedite the case. Bukhari hoped that journalists benefiting from the project would appear in court to support lifting the ban and dismissing the case.