Key Takeaways
- 791 Punjab Police officers and personnel have been disciplined for corruption in the last 13 days.
- Action includes dismissals, suspensions, and arrests.
- Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has adopted a zero-tolerance policy towards corruption.
Punjab Minister for Information and Culture Azma Bokhari has announced that strict action has been taken against 791 police officers and personnel in Punjab over the past 13 days, as part of the government's ongoing anti-corruption drive.
According to Bokhari, 78 police personnel have been dismissed from service, while 60 have been suspended. Another 230 personnel have been sent to the line, 79 have been demoted and arrested, and inquiries are underway against 274 personnel.
Criminal cases have also been registered against 70 personnel, highlighting the seriousness of the measures being taken.
Bokhari stated that the Chief Minister, Maryam Nawaz, has adopted a zero-tolerance policy towards corruption, emphasizing that there is no room for corrupt elements in Punjab.
She thanked citizens who have reported complaints against corrupt government personnel, stating that eliminating corruption is the mission of Maryam Nawaz.
The minister's announcement comes as part of a broader effort to clean up the government and ensure transparency and accountability among public servants.
The actions taken against the police officers and personnel reflect the government's commitment to addressing corruption within its ranks, with the aim of restoring public trust and confidence in the institutions of Punjab.
Bokhari's statement underscores the ongoing commitment to rooting out corruption and maintaining a corruption-free environment in Punjab.
