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Lion roars in sindh: Prime Minister Nawaz announces health package for Thatta

Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Thursday has announced a health package, including issuance of health cards and construction of a 500-bed hospital, for the residents of Thatta, Sindh.

Announcing the packaging in a big public gathering here in Thatta PM said that he was announcing the package in Thatta and federal government will issue health cards to the people, whether or not the provincial government play its due role.

The prime minister slammed the provincial government for not resolving the issues being faced by the people of Sindh. “We initiated the health card scheme which is the need of the hour but I’m saddened to know that the provincial government refused to play its part,” he lamented.

PM Nawaz also announced construction of a 500-bed hospital in Thatta, saying it will enable locals to use their health cards to avail treatment. “Health cards will also be issued for Tando Muhammad Khan and Sajawal areas.”

Further, the premier said that he has given directions towards providing the facility of gas in the aforementioned areas. “These areas will be provided as much electricity as they need,” he said.

Funds are being allocated for the construction of 50 kilometre long roads in Sujawal and Thatta, he added.

“We have also started taking steps for the provision of gas in Sujwal, Thata and adjacent areas. The project will cost nearly Rs1.1 billion,” he added.

Earlier, in his welcome address, PML-N leader Shafqat Shah said Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif and PML-N government is engaged in efforts for the development and prosperity of the country.

He said the people of Thatta and Sajawal are facing hardships due to lack of infrastructure and poor health facilities. He said people of area want the same development as in Punjab.