PUNJAB GOVT TIGHTENS MONITORING OF SUTHRA PUNJAB AGENCY – SECRETARY LOCAL GOVERNMENT BOARD NOMINATED AS FOCAL PERSON FOR DAILY INSPECTIONS

LAHORE : The Government of Punjab, Local Government and Community Development Department has strengthened the monitoring mechanism of the Chief Minister’s flagship *Suthra Punjab Agency (SPA)* across the province.

As per official Order No. E&A(LG)1-6/2026 dated 17th October, 2026, *Mr. Ahmir Sohail Kaifi, Secretary, Punjab Local Government Board* has been nominated as *Focal Person* to coordinate and monitor field visits and inspections of SPA operations by Chief Officers of Local Governments in Punjab.

According to the order, Mr. Kaifi shall ensure that all Chief Officers of Local Governments conduct *daily inspections* of SPA operations within their respective jurisdictions and submit inspection reports on a daily basis in the prescribed format.

The order has been issued by Secretary LG&CD Department and signed by *Sajid Hussain, Section Officer (General)*.

Copies have been forwarded to all Divisional Commissioners, all Deputy Commissioners, DG LG&CD, DG Suthra Punjab Authority, all Managing Directors of Suthra Punjab Agencies, all Chief Officers of Local Governments and other concerned officers.

Sources said the step has been taken to ensure zero waste, strict attendance of sanitary staff and improved performance of contractors under Suthra Punjab program in all 36 districts. Daily reports will be reviewed at higher level and negligence will invite action.