Chief Minister of Punjab, Maryam Nawaz, has enforced a strict ban on the use of mobile phones by doctors and nurses during working hours in all government hospitals. According to the official directive, no member of the medical staff will be allowed to use a mobile phone while on duty. Any violation of this order will result in disciplinary action under the Punjab Employees Efficiency, Discipline and Accountability (PEEDA) Act, which may also lead to termination from service.
The move is aimed at enhancing discipline and ensuring that medical professionals remain fully focused on their patients. Authorities emphasized that the primary purpose of this decision is to enhance the quality of healthcare services by eliminating distractions during duty hours.
