Punjab government has opened the Blind Dolphin Resort to visitors at Taunsa Barrage in Kot Addu.
Maryam Nawaz, the chief minister of Punjab, has inaugurated the resort and made announcement about it on her official X account.
The Tourism Development Corporation of Punjab will run the resort.
In her post, the chief minister invited visitors to imagine sipping their morning tea while watching rare blind river dolphins leaping through the waters of the River Indus.
“I am delighted to launch the TDCP Blind Dolphin Resort,” she wrote, adding that the resort has been established on 120 kanals along the banks of the River Indus.
Maryam said the TDCP Blind Dolphin Resort is an eco-friendly recreational destination developed in accordance with international tourism standards. The resort brings together grand hospitality, breathtaking terrace views, exquisite dining and a commitment to wildlife conservation.
She said visitors to the Taunsa TDCP Blind Dolphin Resort would have an extraordinary opportunity to experience Pakistan’s natural heritage up close. The resort, Punjab government says, will offer a rare opportunity to observe one of Pakistan’s most unique aquatic species in its natural habitat.
Inauguration of Crime Surveillance Unit:
Meanwhile, Punjab chief minister on Friday inaugurated the CM Crime Surveillance Unit. Hence introducing a new digital system to monitor police performance at district, circle and police station levels across the province.
Under the new smart policing system, the unit will monitor and analyse digitally the performance of police officers. They include DPOs, DSPs and SHOs. The unit will compile data on different crimes under 20 categories.
The chief minister interacted with officers deployed at the Crime Surveillance Unit. Usman Tanveer, the unit head, gave her a detailed briefing on its functions and objectives.
Maryam expressed displeasure over complaints of unjustified delays in the registration of FIRs. She directed the authorities to ensure effective utilisation of data available through the Police Station Record Management System. Maryam called for an immediate response to negative propaganda against the police. The CM also sought a comprehensive police reforms plan from the IG Punjab.
