By Our Correspondent
LAHORE: In the 79th meeting of the fiscal year 2024–25, the Provincial Development Working Party (PDWP), chaired by Chairman P&D Board Barrister Nabeel Ahmad Awan, approved three development schemes totaling Rs 16 billion.

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The approved schemes are as follows:
1. Community Empowerment and Expansion of Healthcare Access through Maryam Nawaz Health Clinic (Revised) – at an estimated cost of Rs 9 billion.
2. CM Stunting Reduction Programme for 11 Southern Districts of Punjab – at an estimated cost of Rs 2.5 billion.
3. Aquaculture Shrimp Farming in Punjab – at an estimated cost of Rs 4.4991 billion.
The meeting was attended by Secretary P&D Board Dr. Asif Tufail, Chief Economist Masood Anwar, members of the P&D Board, and other senior officers.
