LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz’s use of the provincial government’s jet during her recent private visit to London has triggered a fresh controversy, with opposition leaders questioning the use of an official aircraft for a family event.
CM Maryam travelled to London last week to attend the graduation ceremony of her daughter Mahnoor and returned to Lahore on Wednesday. The government insists the CM bore all expenses of the trip.
Responding to criticism that the CM used the official jet for a private visit, Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari rejected the allegation. “Absolutely incorrect. The Punjab chief minister paid all expenses for her London trip out of her own pocket,” she said in a post on X on Thursday.
During her stay in London, CM Maryam also faced questions about the debate over the creation of new provinces. However, she avoided giving a detailed response, saying she would speak on the issue after returning home and holding consultations.
Says Maryam Nawaz bore all expenses after opposition calls out use of govt resources for private visit
