Punjab Chief Minister (CM) Maryam Nawaz Sharif has said that the days of favouritism are over in the province.
She said that the law would take action against every criminal, regardless of their wealth or influence.
The CM made these remarks while addressing an event at the University of Rasul in Mandi Bahauddin. She distributed laptop scheme awards and Honhaar Scholarship cheques among students.
Maryam Nawaz said no wealthy or influential person would be allowed to attack members of the public without facing legal action.
She also warned those who harm women and children to stop committing crimes. She said she would meet the chief justice of the Lahore High Court to discuss cases in which accused persons receive bail soon after their arrest.
The CM referred to a recent case in which a suspect accused of assault at a petrol pump was granted bail the next day. She said such cases needed serious attention.
What did Maryam Nawaz say about law and order?
The Punjab CM said the law would apply equally to everyone, including members of her own party. She added that no criminal would be spared because of political links.
She also referred to the death of an orphan child who was run over by a car in Multan. She said the incident had deeply affected her.
Speaking about the case of assault on a woman riding a motorcycle, she said she had encouraged the victim to stand up for herself.
She added that the provincial government was working to improve public safety and give women and children greater confidence.
What did she promise students?
Maryam Nawaz said the Punjab government would continue to provide laptops, electric buses, Chromebooks and scholarships to students.
She said these facilities were being provided on merit. No one could claim that students had received scholarships or laptops through favouritism, she added.
The CM urged students to remain loyal to Pakistan. She said the government wanted to support their education and help them build a better future.
During her visit to Mandi Bahauddin, she distributed Honhaar Scholarship cheques and laptops among students from colleges and universities across the district.
Maryam Nawaz also received a warm welcome on her arrival in the district. Residents showered her vehicle with flowers and celebrated her visit.
