In a transformative step for Punjab’s healthcare system, the Department of Health and Population has launched a centralized Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) system to track the progress and quality of all health-related development projects across the province.

This move aligns with the vision of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif to deliver transparent, accountable, and efficient healthcare services to every citizen.

Key Highlights of the New Monitoring Framework:

  • All ongoing and upcoming health sector initiatives will be tracked through the Monitoring and Evaluation Directorate.
  • Performance metrics, project timelines, and alignment with provincial health goals will now be continuously evaluated.

Oxygen Infrastructure Boost:

  • The province will establish 13 new oxygen feeders to support over 145 DHQ and THQ hospitals.
  • The initiative will ensure a consistent monthly supply of over 44,000 oxygen cylinders, strengthening emergency and critical care systems across Punjab.

Accountability and Performance Review:

  • Health Minister Khawaja Imran Nazir has directed all health programs to submit detailed annual performance reports.
  • Routine evaluations will be conducted to ensure alignment with CM’s vision for accessible, high-quality healthcare.
  • Over 4,000 health facilities are currently being revamped under the provincial government’s ambitious healthcare reform drive.

Digital Data & Community-Level Impact:

  • The Community Health Inspector Program is being implemented in two phases, with geo-tagging of over 530,000 households already completed.
  • Special attention is being given to data verification for household registrations to maintain accuracy and ensure resource allocation matches ground realities.

Flagship Health Projects Reviewed:

  • Progress updates were shared on:
    • Maryam Nawaz Health Clinics
    • Community Health Inspector Program
    • Blood centers in Lahore, Okara, Muzaffargarh, and Jhelum
    • Cardiac Cath labs in Attock, Jhang, Jhelum, Layyah, Mianwali, Kasur, Vehari, and Bahawalnagar

Administrative Oversight:

  • Chief Secretary Punjab Zahid Akhtar Zaman emphasized robust oversight and swift implementation.
  • Officials stressed that strong monitoring systems are vital for meeting health reform timelines and ensuring service delivery quality.

This upgraded monitoring initiative is set to become the backbone of Punjab’s evolving healthcare landscape, ensuring that public health investments translate into real-world improvements for millions of citizens.