In a major step toward healthcare modernization, the Punjab Department of Health and Population has launched a centralized monitoring and evaluation system to oversee development projects across the province. The initiative aligns with Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif’s vision of delivering quality healthcare at citizens’ doorsteps.
Oversight and Accountability
The newly strengthened Monitoring and Evaluation Directorate will track project implementation, assess performance, and ensure alignment with provincial health priorities. All vertical programs are now required to submit annual performance reports, reinforcing a culture of transparency and results-driven governance.
Infrastructure and Emergency Care
To bolster emergency services, the government approved 13 new oxygen feeders for 145 DHQ and THQ hospitals, enabling the distribution of over 44,000 oxygen cylinders monthly. This move is expected to significantly enhance critical care capacity across Punjab.
Community Health Inspector Program
The province is rolling out the Community Health Inspector Program in two phases. Over 530,000 households have already been geo-tagged, with data verification underway to improve field-level accountability and service delivery.
Flagship Initiatives Reviewed
Progress was also reviewed on:
- Maryam Nawaz Health Clinics
- Blood centers in Lahore, Okara, Muzaffargarh, and Jhelum
- Cath labs in Attock, Jhang, Jhelum, Layyah, Mianwali, Kasur, Vehari, and Bahawalnagar
Leadership Commitment
Provincial Health Minister Khawaja Imran Nazir emphasized that routine evaluations will be conducted to assess impact, while Chief Secretary Zahid Akhtar Zaman called for robust oversight to ensure timely completion and quality delivery of health projects.
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