Punjab govt decides financial assistance to the heirs of people killed in Murree 


LAHORE, Jan 09 (SABAH): Punjab government on Sunday decided to provide financial assistance to the heirs of those killed in Murree incident.

According to details, a meeting was held under the presidency of Punjab Chief Minister (CM) Usman Buzdar during which it was decided that the heirs of 22 people who succumbed to death will be given Rs8 hundred thousand each. Meanwhile, for the distribution of the funds a grant of more than Rs1080 million has been approved by the government.

On the other hand, CM announced to give Murree the representation of a full-fledged district. He reiterated that no surplus traffic will be allowed to enter the premises of Murree.

During the meeting, the discussion took place on the matters pertaining to the maintenance and construction of more link roads in Murree.