ISLAMABAD: Punjab Information Minister Uzma Bukhari said that Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif will adopt zero-tolerance policy towards gender based violence and that government under her leadership has launched “Never Again” app aimed at enhancing women’s safety.

Talking to private news channel, she said that violence on women is horrendous crime and strict action will be taken against people involved in violence against women.

She said CM recognised important role women play in development of society and growth of nation. She said on Chief Minister’s dedication to women’ s safety, stating “Never Again” app would be crucial tool in monitoring and addressing women’ s rights and security concerns.

Maryam Nawaz, first female Chief Minister in country’s history, is deeply committed to safeguarding rights of women, she said. Replying to query, she said that Punjab government will constitute special women desk in all police stations to facilitate them, adding, proper mechanize was being implementing in province for protection of women.

She said that CM Punjab will herself monitor women related app, adding, all those who use smartphones should download it to stay connected with police in case of emergency.

She maintained that mobile application will be launched in all districts of Punjab soon while special squad will also be formed in this regard.

Published in The Daily National Courier, March, 12 2024

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