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Punjab Launches Free Government Service for Deceased Transfers

The move targets exploitative fees to ensure dignified care.

Overview

  • Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif launched the no-cost deceased transfer service Monday, handing over vehicle keys as operations began in Lahore, Rawalpindi and Multan.
  • Families can request help by dialing 1122 or at hospital desks, with uniformed drivers on duty around the clock and trips tracked through a smart dispatch system.
  • Rescue 1122 staff were ordered to refuse any payment and to support bereaved families with courtesy and care.
  • Officials plan to equip every tehsil with a dedicated ambulance by June to extend the service across Punjab.
  • A second phase will bring in private ambulances to reach more cities under government oversight.