Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif distributed honorarium cards to mosque Imams across the province on Thursday. Addressing the ceremony, the Chief Minister highlighted the vital role of religious leaders in guiding the community during times of joy and grief. She noted that while the state may not have always given them their due recognition, supporting Imams remains a priority.
Maryam Nawaz announced that monthly honorariums of Rs25,000 will now be provided to Imams across Punjab. She called the payment a small but meaningful support, ensuring transparency and ease in disbursement. Starting from the end of February, the honorarium will be directly deposited into the Imams’ Punjab Bank accounts.