The Pakistan Institute of Legislative Development and Transparency (PILDAT) has crafted a set of preliminary recommendations aimed at refining the role, mandate, and operations of the South Punjab Secretariat. These proposed recommendations are set to be presented to the Government of Punjab for review and potential adoption.
Consultative Meeting to Review Recommendations
To evaluate these recommendations, a consultative meeting was convened at the South Punjab Secretariat. The session was chaired by Fuad Hashim Rabbani, the Additional Chief Secretary of South Punjab. At this meeting, Faheem Ahmed Khan, the President of PILDAT, formally introduced the recommendations. The gathering was attended by a range of senior officials, including Administrative Secretaries, Special Secretaries, and Additional Secretaries from the South Punjab Secretariat.
Stakeholder Involvement and Support
In his address to the attendees, Additional Chief Secretary Fuad Hashim Rabbani commended the quality of the recommendations put forward by PILDAT. He noted that these recommendations were the product of comprehensive consultations involving various stakeholders, such as members of the public, elected officials, government representatives, and media professionals.
Achievements of the South Punjab Secretariat
Rabbani underscored the South Punjab Secretariat’s success in promoting regional development and the numerous initiatives it has undertaken across different governmental departments. He highlighted the critical need to decentralize authority to lower administrative levels to effectively address public concerns and enhance the quality of public service delivery at the grassroots.
Future Steps and Implementation
Rabbani expressed confidence that implementing PILDAT’s recommendations would pave the way for new achievements in the region’s development and progress. He also pointed out that for the South Punjab Secretariat to function optimally, there must be robust political commitment and a well-defined operational framework.
Feedback from Administrative Officials
Throughout the meeting, various Administrative and Special Secretaries offered their insights and feedback on the proposed recommendations, contributing to a comprehensive discussion on the future direction of the Secretariat. This collaborative approach aims to ensure that the South Punjab Secretariat can meet the needs of its constituents effectively and efficiently.
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