LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif has ordered to launch Sahulat Bazaars in three more districts by January 2026.
Recently, the Punjab Sahulat Bazaar Authority became the first unique institution of its kind to receive ISO 901 and ISO 27001 certificates from an internationally recognised institution of Switzerland on setting a unique record of establishing more than 17,000 stalls across Punjab.
Out of 17,000, 6,000 stalls have been established in 36 districts of Punjab, while 1,000 stalls have been established in 10 newly established Sahulat Bazaars. Additionally, more than 10,000 temporary stalls on weekends were also available for the convenience of people across Punjab.
CM Maryam expressed happiness and congratulated Chairman Punjab Sahulat Bazaar Authority Afzal Khokhar and his entire team on receiving international recognition. She said the role of Sahulat Bazaar Authority in providing affordable and quality consumer goods to people is unforgettable. She added that the Sahulat Bazaar Authority has rendered valuable public service by ensuring provision of fruits, vegetables and other consumer goods at affordable prices in the province. She highlighted that people of Punjab have a right to obtain quality goods at affordable prices.
Chief Minister Punjab said the Punjab government institutions were being made service centres in true sense. She added that cheap bread and cheap flour in Punjab are undeniable proof of public service. She underscored that the scope of Sahulat Bazaars will gradually expand from districts, and tehsils to small cities.
Separately, CM Maryam Nawaz expressed grief over the death of three people, including women, in a roof collapse incident in Mandi Bahauddin. She offered condolences and extended her heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved family.
