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IG Punjab announces special relief for Police Employees’ children

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LAHORE: Inspector General Punjab, Rao Abdul Karim, has again reaffirmed that he will make sure the best medical help is available for special children of Punjab Police employees.

While the department released more than Rs889 million in welfare funds this year, you know, as per the release.

As per the Punjab Police spokesperson, 721 children who are suffering from cerebral palsy received a monthly allowance of Rs20,000 each, with overall payments crossing Rs642 million.

Then there were 171 children dealing with thalassemia, who were given Rs30,000 per month, taking the total to beyond Rs153 million. The department also sent out over Rs62 million for the treatment of 38 children with different serious conditions, and it was done in this current phase.

Six children who are undergoing cancer care and bone marrow transplants got Rs 10.6 million, while Rs 11.9 million was released for five children facing heart and kidney issues.

Moreover, 13 children with hearing impairment received Rs872,000 for therapy and support. IG Punjab said that welfare steps for the treatment of police employees’ children are still ongoing, and that medical facilities are being provided via tie-ups with different hospitals.

He added that steps aimed at the welfare and comfort of special children are being further strengthened and refined, with more attention this time.

Staff Reporter

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