Bahawalpur’s Commissioner Musarat Jabeen has directed civic agencies to accelerate work on major development schemes, stressing that timely completion and uncompromised quality are now top administrative priorities. Chairing a high-level review meeting, she examined the performance of development authorities and the status of several ongoing public projects across the city.

During the session, the Commissioner reviewed the upgradation of the Central Library, a project she described as pivotal to the city’s intellectual and cultural landscape. She urged officials to maintain continuity in construction activities, avoid any lapse in standards and ensure that all stages of the project are completed within the approved timeline. Officials also briefed her on the latest engineering designs, interior refurbishment plans, digital facilities and infrastructure improvements included in the scheme.

The meeting also considered development projects recently approved by the Punjab government, notably the establishment of a modern burn unit at Bahawalpur Victoria Hospital. The new facility aims to provide advanced treatment for severe burn injuries and to enhance emergency medical services for millions of residents across South Punjab.

Commissioner Jabeen instructed departments to ensure transparent monitoring, timely utilisation of development funds and strict quality control so that public infrastructure progresses in line with the city’s expanding needs.

The meeting was attended by senior officers, engineers and planning officials, who shared detailed briefings on their respective areas of work.