Actress Javeria Saud has publicly appreciated Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz’s efforts in transforming Lahore, stating, “Maryam Nawaz is doing good work. Lahore’s cleanliness and open roads have become an example. May Allah make Karachi equally beautiful soon.” Her comments have sparked discussion about development disparities between Pakistan’s major cities.
Maryam Nawaz has positioned herself as a results-oriented administrator, governing with transparency and purpose while engaging directly with citizens and monitoring institutions to ensure delivery. Her visible leadership style includes surprise inspections and swift action against negligence, setting new standards for provincial governance.
Lahore has seen notable improvements under Maryam’s administration. Roads have been cleared of encroachments, cleanliness campaigns intensified, and infrastructure projects accelerated. The Punjab government recently allowed Basant celebrations after a 25-year ban, with the administration adorning public transport buses with festival-themed artwork, demonstrating efforts to restore the city’s cultural vibrancy.
Javeria’s hope for Karachi reflects widespread frustration among residents. As a proud Karachiite, she has consistently defended her city. When actresses Saba Qamar and Iffat Omar called Karachi “dirty,” Javeria responded that cities aren’t dirty, people’s thoughts are. She emphasized that she loves every corner of Pakistan, whether Karachi or any other city.
The comparison highlights governance challenges. While Punjab benefits from centralized authority and resources, Sindh faces complex political divisions and administrative hurdles. Karachi generates massive revenue but receives disproportionately low development funding, a longstanding grievance among residents.
Javeria’s statement carries weight because it acknowledges achievements without political bias while expressing a genuine desire for her own city’s improvement, a sentiment shared by millions of Karachiites watching Lahore’s transformation with both admiration and envy.
