Kasur: [Sadaf Arshad District Coordinator ReNews Pakistan]
An important meeting was held in Kasur regarding the implementation of the smart lockdown and business hours, where Additional Deputy Commissioner General and Administrator TMA Kasur, Syed Ayub Bukhari, met with representatives of the traders’ association and restaurant owners.
During the meeting, detailed discussions took place on the enforcement of market closure by 8 PM and complete shutdown by 10 PM. Traders expressed concerns that the current timings are negatively impacting business activities, while citizens have also appealed for some relaxation.
The administration listened to the concerns and assured that the matter is under consideration, keeping in view the difficulties faced by both traders and the public. A final decision is expected soon.
Officials stated that the purpose of the smart lockdown is to maintain order and regulate activities in the public interest, and any decision will be made with the welfare of citizens in mind.
The meeting reflects ongoing efforts by both the administration and the business community to find a balanced solution that supports economic activity while ensuring effective regulation.

Kasur: [Sadaf Arshad District Coordinator ReNews Pakistan]
The schedule for the revenue officers visit program has been officially released to address public issues at the grassroots level. Under this initiative, mobile courts in the form of open public forums (khuli kachehri) will be established at the tehsil and qanungoi levels.
Assistant Commissioners, Tehsildars, and other revenue officers have been directed to hold daily open courts at different locations within their respective tehsils. These sessions will provide citizens with direct access to submit applications and resolve revenue related matters efficiently.
Under the PLRA program, citizens will also be able to file applications for land mutation and partition. Revenue officers will conduct on site proceedings within the concerned circles and facilitate decisions regarding land division through public hearings.
This initiative is expected to improve service delivery, ensure transparency, and provide timely resolution of public grievances related to revenue matters.

Kasur: [Sadaf Arshad District Coordinator ReNews Pakistan]
A key WASA meeting was held under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner Kasur, Muhammad Asif Raza, and MPA Naeem Safdar Ansari to review immediate measures for protecting urban areas from potential flooding.
During the meeting, detailed discussions were held on drainage systems, sewer lines, disposal stations, and the timely removal of rainwater. Officials were directed to identify flood prone points and take prompt preventive actions.
The Deputy Commissioner emphasized the need to ensure that the drainage system remains fully functional and efficient, with all machinery and staff kept on high alert to respond quickly in case of heavy rainfall or emergency situations.
The meeting also stressed the importance of regular cleaning of sewer lines, desilting of drains, and removal of encroachments that obstruct water flow. Authorities highlighted that all departments must work in coordination to complete necessary arrangements before the rainy season to minimize risks to the public.
The session is being seen as a proactive step toward urban flood management and improved civic services under the Government of Punjab’s vision.