GUJRANWALA: Punjab Industries Minister Aslam Iqbal inaugurated “made in Gujranwala expo 2021” here on Wednesday.

On the occasion, Gujranwala Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) President Shoaib Butt, former president Umar Ashraf Mughal, members and well-known industrialists were present.

The minister visited various stalls and appreciated quality of the items displayed.

He said all necessary steps were taken for the growth of ceramic, cutlery, surgical and others sectors.

He said as per prime minister’s vision special steps were being taken for economic and industrial development of the Gujranwala division.

For this purpose a motorway link, expo centre and industrial estate, latest and durable infrastructure, university and other projects were approved.

He said the prime minister two days ago during a visit to Lahore gave a comprehensive package for Gujranwala.

Published in Dawn, December 16th, 2021

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