Punjab Launches Largest-Ever Volunteer Registration Program for Local Govt

LAHORE: On Tuesday, Ibrahim Murad, Punjab’s caretaker Local Government Minister, launched the largest-ever volunteer registration program to address day-to-day civic problems at the local level.

The program aims to register 10,000 volunteers who will assist local governments in swiftly resolving civic issues.

Currently, there are around 1,000 registered volunteers. The initiative aligns with the vision of “Ab Baldia Aap Ki” (Municipality Now Your Own).

Murad stated that the registration of volunteers would be conducted at the district level and that a Google link has been created for this purpose.

The minister emphasized that the volunteers would play a critical role in ensuring cleanliness in their localities, improving health facilities provided by local bodies, engaging in beautification activities such as tree plantation, and actively working towards the timely completion of ongoing development projects in their areas.

Furthermore, they will also organize sports competitions, cultural programs, and recreational activities at the local level.

Moreover, participating volunteers will receive experience certificates, appreciation letters, and documents acknowledging their contributions. The services of the volunteers will be duly recognized, Murad highlighted.

Source: DAWN