Traffic congestion in port area intolerable: CM
He said that this road blockage had halted cargo movements from upcountry, and upon resumption, the simultaneous influx of inbound and outbound traffic resulted in significant gridlock.
He directed the traffic police to address the crisis by establishing a 24/7 Traffic Monitoring Cell near the port. He suggested, holding daily coordination meetings between port authorities, police, and logistics companies.
World Press Freedom Day
The chief minister paid tribute to journalists who have sacrificed their lives in the pursuit of truth, calling them heroes of press freedom.
He commended the courage of Palestinian journalists who have been victims of Israeli aggression, emphasising that attacks on journalists pose a serious threat to democracy around the world.
Murad added that the Sindh government has allowed complete freedom to journalists and no action has ever been taken against any journalist by the provincial government.
He specifically mentioned that journalists in Sindh enjoy more protection and freedom compared to other regions of the country.
CPNE
The chief minister congratulated the newly-elected representatives of the Council of Pakistan Newspaper Editors (CPNE) on their victory in the annual elections. He also congratulated the members appointed to the CPNE Standing Committee.
K-P operation
The chief minister congratulated the security forces on conducting three successful operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during which five militants have been eliminated. "The operations carried out by security forces are essential for maintaining peace," he stated. The Chief Minister emphasised that such actions will continue until the last terrorist is eliminated.
Sindh Police boxer
Murad congratulates Sindh Police Boxer Shaheer Afridi for defeating his Indian rival via knockout. "Shaheer Afridi has made Sindh and Pakistan proud by knocking out his Indian opponent," said the chief minister.
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