LAHORE: The globally renowned re-search organization IPSOS has acknowledged the governance model of Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif, particularly endorsing the public relief measures implemented through the ‘Nigahban Ramazan Bazaars.’
According to the report, the initiative has been described as a significant economic intervention, providing tangible relief to millions during Ramazan.
Expressing gratitude, Maryam Nawaz Sharif stated that public service and welfare remain the government’s foremost priority.
The report highlighted that over 40.6 million people visited Ramadan Bazaars, while 33.8 million benefited from Sahulat Bazaars during the holy month. Additionally, 5.2 million citizens availed services through Sahulat on-the-go initiatives, reflecting the extensive outreach of the program.
The findings further revealed that essential commodities were provided at prices up to 40 percent lower, with rates even below officially notified levels, resulting in relief worth billions of rupees for the public.
The IPSOS report praised the Punjab Sahulat Bazaar Authority as a unique and exemplary welfare initiative, noting that it has transformed traditional relief mechanisms into a modern, sustainable, and efficient model. It also emphasized transparency, operational discipline, and citizen facilitation as key strengths of the system.
Recognized as a credible and independent global research institution operating in more than 90 countries, IPSOS’s endorsement underscores the effectiveness of the Punjab government’s efforts in delivering economic relief and public welfare at scale.
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