LAHORE: Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif paid a visit to Kot Lakhpat jail to reduce 2 month reduction in jail term for prisoner across the country on Sunday. The prime minister also directed for the constitution of a committee of relevant officials from the four provinces, headed by Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah that would formulate a comprehensive strategy for the provision of basic facilities to the jail inmates, besides making improvements in the overall system. On the occasion, he said that it was the responsibility of the government to ensure that a prisoner, after his release from jail, should become an efficient citizen of society. He also specially directed the authorities of Kot Lakhpat jail to utilize all the available resources in an effective manner to meet the basic requirements of jail inmates. In this regard, the prime minister directed for further improvement in dining and health facilities of prisoners. He also asked for effective use of skill development resources, so that prisoners could spend time in jail in a positive manner and adequately gear up for playing an effective role in society after completion of their jail terms. Later, the prime minister also visited Ramazan Bazaar set upon in Johar Town and issued direction for ensuring the provision of edible items at low prices. Online
