P&D Department, South Punjab

20/12/2024

In the 53rd meeting of the current fiscal year 2024-25, the Provincial Development Working Party (PDWP), under the chairmanship of the Chairman P&DB Barrister Nabeel Ahmad Awan, approved five development schemes worth Rs 7 Billion.
1. Improvement and Extension of the Water Supply System in Bahawalnagar City at Rs 675.480 million.
2. Improvement and Extension of the Sewerage System in Bahawalnagar City at Rs 1,602.83 million.
3. Comprehensive Sewerage System in Kot Addu City at a cost of Rs 1,199.320 million.

Additional Chief Secretary South Punjab Official

04/12/2024

02/12/2024

On 02.12.2024, Dr. Asif Tufail, Secretary of the Planning & Development Department South, undertook an official visit to Bahawalpur, where he engaged in multiple key activities. The visit commenced at Faletti's Hotel Bahawalpur, where Dr. Asif delivered the opening remarks at a specialized short training session on "PC-I Preparation and Appraisal" at 9:30 a.m. This session aimed to enhance the technical capabilities of the participants in project planning and appraisal.

Subsequently, Dr. Asif toured the P&D South Complex, where he was briefed by Malik Ghulam Fareed, Chief P&D South, on the development portfolio with a particular emphasis on the Chief Minister's initiatives in South Punjab. The meeting highlighted the robust monitoring mechanisms employed by the P&D South team with collaboration of Directorate General Monitoring & Evaluation (DG M&E). Detailed discussions held regarding the Development, Non-development budget, human resources, assets and issues/ challenges of P&D South.

Managing Director of the Cholistan Development Authority (CDA), also briefed Dr. Asif Tufail Sb, about various CDA projects and challenges. Later, the Secretary sb, visited CDA complex, P&D/CDA Colony and the office of the Southern Punjab Poverty Alleviation Project (SPPAP), underlining his commitment to addressing regional development and poverty alleviation goals.
Planning & Development Board, Govt. of the Punjab
Additional Chief Secretary South Punjab Official
Govt of Punjab

09/11/2024

Allama Muhammad Iqbal – the visionary poet who inspired a nation to dream beyond boundaries and strive for greatness.
Govt of Punjab
Planning & Development Board, Govt. of the Punjab
Additional Chief Secretary South Punjab Official

07/11/2024

Member Punjab Assembly/ Parliamentary Secretary Mr. Rana Muhammad Tariq Khan met with the Secretary P&D Board, Dr. Asif Tufail, in his office at P&D Board.

Both sides engaged in a fruitful discussion regarding health & education sector development schemes. Both jointly reviewed newly launched projects to provide the best quality facilities to the citizens of Punjab.

Govt of Punjab Chief Minister Punjab's Updates Marriyum Aurangzeb Dr. Rana Tariq - Official

02/11/2024

27/10/2024

"Today, we remember the sacrifices and struggles of the Kashmiri people. October 27th marks a painful chapter in history. Let us honor their resilience and reaffirm our commitment to peace, justice, and human rights for the Kashmiri people.

Planning & Development Board, Govt. of the Punjab
Additional Chief Secretary South Punjab Official

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25/10/2024

19/10/2024

Today on October 19, 2024 (Saturday), Dr Kiran Khurshid, Director General Monitoring & Evaluation, held a meeting with all staff of the Planning and Development Department at the South Secretariat in Bahawalpur. All the officers and official staff of Planning & Development Department South present today on duty on Saturday.
Accompanied by her team, DG M&E, engaged in detailed discussions with Mr. Muhammad Akhtar Mandhaira, Additional Secretary, and Malik Ghulam Fareed, Chief of Section of P&D South.
They provided insights into the ongoing projects under the Chief Minister's initiatives aimed at enhancing development in South Punjab.

A significant focus of the meeting was on establishing a robust monitoring mechanism for field visits, ensuring that project implementation aligns with intended goals. The collaboration aims to bolster the monitoring mechanism of developmental projects of the Chief Minister Initiatives.
Additional Chief Secretary South Punjab Official
Planning & Development Board, Govt. of the Punjab

18/10/2024

On October 18, 2024, Dr Kiran Khurshid, Director General Monitoring & Evaluation, visited the Planning and Development Department at the South Secretariat in Bahawalpur. Accompanied by her team, she engaged in detailed discussions with Mr. Muhammad Akhtar Mandhaira, Additional Secretary, and Malik Ghulam Fareed, Chief of Section of P&D South. They provided insights into the ongoing projects under the Chief Minister's initiatives aimed at enhancing development in South Punjab.

A significant focus of the meeting was on establishing a robust monitoring mechanism for field visits, ensuring that project implementation aligns with intended goals. Additionally, the teams conducted an on-site visit to the scheme titled "Establishment of Model Agriculture Mall in Bahawalpur." This visit not only allowed for a firsthand assessment of progress but also facilitated a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities within the agricultural sector in the region. The collaboration aims to bolster developmental efforts and foster sustainable growth in South Punjab. Additional Chief Secretary South Punjab Official Planning & Development Board, Govt. of the Punjab

21/03/2024

21st March: The International Day of Forests🍹
Tree Plantation campaign in P&D Department, South Punjab Secretariat, Bahawalpur.