LAHORE: Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz launched the second phase of the Clinic-on-Wheels project to provide healthcare services at the doorsteps of people, especially those living in remote and underdeveloped areas.
At the ceremony, Provincial Minister for Primary and Secondary Healthcare Khawaja Imran Nazir and senior health officials were also present.
During the launch, the chief minister handed over keys of the new Clinic-on-Wheels vans to the CEOs of District Health Authorities (DHAs). She also inspected the newly added vehicles and reviewed the medical equipment installed in them.
Maryam Nawaz interacted with doctors and medical staff and examined the list of available medicines and emergency food items for malnourished patients. She appreciated the dedication of the medical teams and instructed them to serve the people with full responsibility and commitment.
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These mobile clinics have been specially assigned to serve tribal and far-off areas of Dera Ghazi Khan. According to health officials, the initiative has already provided medical care to over 10 million people across the province. The vans will continue to reach every neighborhood and village through a digital micro-plan.
Officials said that the vaccination rate has now crossed 90 percent, thanks to the Clinic-on-Wheels service and other healthcare projects.
Speaking at the event, CM Maryam said, “It was my dream to ensure free and quick medical treatment for poor people at their doorstep. I have always used my authority for public welfare. Real work in the health sector was carried out during the governments of Shehbaz Sharif and Nawaz Sharif. This project is a real revolution in healthcare.”
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She said medicines are now being delivered directly to people’s homes, and the project—initially launched with 245 vans—has received very positive feedback from the public.
The chief minister added that doctors, lady health visitors (LHVs), and support staff are now working in the rural areas like mobile field hospitals. They are not only treating children but also performing minor medical procedures through the Clinic-on-Wheels service.
