PA approves extension of five ordinances
Opposition walks out, points out quorum
A file photo of Punjab Assembly in session. PHOTO: ONLINE
LAHORE:
The Punjab Assembly on Monday approved three-month extension for five ordinances despite protest by the opposition.
Minister for Law and Parliamentary Affairs Muhammad Basharat Raja moved a motion to extend the period of the ordinances remaining in effect, which was passed by a majority vote. He extension of the Sugar Factories Control Amendmen Ordinance 2012, Sugar Factories Control Second Amendment Ordinance 2012, Punjab Local Government Amendment Ordinance 2012, Profits of Companies (Workers Contribution) Amendment Ordinance 2020 and Punjab Overseas Pakistanis Commission Amendment Ordinance 2020 was approved.