A delegation of senior journalists met with Provincial Information Minister Azma Bukhari today at the DGPR office in a positive and cordial atmosphere.Azma Bukhari attentively listened to the journalists’ concerns and addressed their issues. She clarified misunderstandings regarding the Maskan Ravi project.

During the meeting, it was agreed that in the Maskan Ravi Scheme, not only journalists but also all full-time media workers employed in media organizations will be allotted plots. The provincial minister assured that the Maskan Ravi project would be completed as soon as possible, under the supervision of RUDA, with no involvement from PJHF.Bukhari further stated that a total of 3,200 journalists and media workers will receive plots, with the plot size increased to 5 marlas to accommodate more beneficiaries. Journalists and media workers from Lahore will be prioritized, with those from other cities receiving plots either in Maskan Ravi or in their respective districts’ residential schemes.

The minister added that appeals filed by petitioners in the Maskan Ravi project will be considered based on merit, ensuring no journalist is deprived of their right. Additionally, plots under this scheme will be provided free of charge to all eligible media workers and journalists.The Maskan Ravi delegation included Khalid Hasnain, Saber Awan, Kashif Malik, Rab Nawaz Khan, Kashif Selman, Faizan Waraich, and Gulzar Mustafai. Both parties agreed to continue consultations in the future. Only one plot will be allotted per family, even if both spouses are media workers.The delegation acknowledged the efforts of Lahore Press Club President Arshad Ansari, along with senior journalists Salman Ghani, Mujibur Rahman Shami, and others, in advancing the Maskan Ravi project