Pakistan, July 8 -- Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has approved the introduction of a new "Apna Ghar, Mehfooz Ghar" category under the provincial government's flagship "Apni Chhat, Apna Ghar" programme to help improve the safety of structurally weak homes and reduce the risk of building-related accidents.

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The decision was taken during a meeting chaired by the chief minister, where officials reviewed the progress of the housing programme and discussed measures to strengthen residential safety. The new initiative is intended to support homeowners in repairing or reinforcing houses considered unsafe or at risk of structural damage.

During the briefing, officials informed the meet...