Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has declared zero tolerance for corruption across the province.
She said her government would take firm action against corruption and bribery.
Moreover, Maryam Nawaz said the government has created a special confidential cell to identify corrupt officials and practices.
The cell will collect information about suspected corruption. Officials will then send reports directly to the chief minister.
Helpline 1350 for Public Complaints
Meanwhile, the Punjab government has established helpline 1350 for public complaints.
Citizens can use the helpline to report corruption, bribery and misuse of official authority.
Maryam Nawaz said officials would keep the identity of every complainant confidential.
She also promised action on every genuine complaint.
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Therefore, citizens can report cases without fear of exposing their identities.
No Position or Influence Will Protect Anyone
Maryam Nawaz warned that no official position, personal connection or political recommendation would protect anyone involved in corruption.
She said authorities would continue action against corrupt individuals until they recover the full amount of public money.
In addition, she stressed that the government would not stop an investigation simply because an influential person faces allegations.
The chief minister said public money belongs to the people.
She added that her government would spend public funds only on public welfare and development.
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Government Strengthens Anti-Corruption Measures
The Punjab government has increased its focus on monitoring corruption within government departments.
The new confidential cell will help authorities identify information about suspected corrupt practices.
At the same time, helpline 1350 will give citizens a direct channel to report complaints.
These measures aim to improve transparency and strengthen accountability across the provincial government.
Public Cooperation Remains Important
Maryam Nawaz has also called on citizens to cooperate with the government’s anti-corruption campaign.
Public complaints can help authorities identify officials who demand bribes or misuse their positions.
Furthermore, confidential reporting can help investigators collect information without exposing complainants.
The chief minister said the government would protect public resources and ensure that citizens receive the full benefit of development spending.
As a result, the Punjab government’s latest initiative places public money, accountability and anti-corruption enforcement at the center of its governance agenda.
