SUKKUR: Sindh Minister for Women Development Shahina Sher Ali has ordered provision of legal assistance to those who had taken shelter in Darul Aman, and promised other necessary facilities to improve living conditions in the shelter home.

She issued such orders during her visit to Sukkur’s Darul Aman along with Deputy Mayor Dr Arshad Mughal and senior officials of her department.

The minister interacted with many inhabitants and inquired about their grievances. Many of the women informed her that they had to prolong their stay for want of legal assistance to get their cases / disputes settled in courts.

Ms Ali assured them that the provincial government would not only ensure provision of all possible assistance to them but would also take steps to improve living conditions.

She issued necessary directives to the Darul Aman administration in this regard. She remarked that provision of legal assistance to these women was government’s responsibility.

Sukkur Darul Aman’s Deputy Director Shama Parveen gave her a detailed briefing.

The minister promised provision of solar power system to the Darul Aman.

Published in Dawn, December 8th, 2024