CM approves establishment of women’s jails in Faisalabad, Rawalpindi

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has given approval for establishment of women’s jails in Faisalabad and Rawalpindi.

During a meeting in Lahore today, she emphasized need for a comprehensive plan for prison reforms and directed that new jails be constructed outside city limits.

Maryam Nawaz also directed to revamp Bakshi Khanas and lock-ups, approving related projects to enhance these facilities.

Source: Radio Pakistan

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