Punjab caretaker CM orders transparent framework for medicine procurement

LAHORE (92 News) - Punjab Caretaker Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi has emphasized the need for a comprehensive strategy to ensure the provision of high-quality medicines in hospitals across the province.

Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi has issued directives to expedite the availability of quality medications within medical facilities, further instructing the establishment of a transparent framework for medicine procurement.

In a proactive endeavour to enhance efficiency, a meticulous and technologically advanced system will be devised for the storage and seamless distribution of medicines to hospitals. Additionally, the proposal to institute a specialized authority dedicated to medicine procurement is actively being considered.

Addressing the significance of effective management skills in medicine procurement and storage, Mohsin Naqvi underlined their pivotal role in ensuring healthcare efficacy.

He underscored the importance of constructing an foolproof mechanism to oversee the purchase, storage, and subsequent distribution of medicines to medical institutions because optimal medical resources are not just a citizen's entitlement but also a governmental responsibility.