Punjab CM condoles death of 4 members of family in accident

Markhor is considered to be majestic animal which is symbol of Pakistan’s rich natural heritage says Maryam

By Our Correspondent
May 25, 2025
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz arrives to address a press conference in Islamabad on July 25, 2022. — AFP
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz arrives to address a press conference in Islamabad on July 25, 2022. — AFP

LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz expressed a deep sense of grief and sorrow over the death of four members of a family in a traffic accident on Okara GT Road.

She offered condolences and extended her heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved family.

Meanwhile, Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif in her message on the International Day of Markhor, Pakistan’s national animal, said the purpose of celebrating this day on a global scale is to protect Markhor and wildlife. She added, “Markhor is found in Chitral, Gilgit-Baltistan, Kohistan and Hunza regions of Pakistan. Markhor is considered to be a majestic animal which is a symbol of Pakistan’s rich natural heritage.”

She said, “Protection of Markhor represents our commitment to the conservation of biodiversity, and maintaining ecological balance.” She added, “We all pledge to work together to protect not only Markhor but all endangered species. Historic steps are being taken to protect wildlife in Punjab.”