Staff Reporter
Lahore:Rehman Habib Consultants (RHC), in partnership with IBF Belgium, was recognized for its pivotal role in transforming municipal service delivery during a high-level national workshop on “Sustainable and Innovative Models for Public Service Delivery” organized under the Punjab Intermediate Cities Improvement Investment Program (PICIIP).The workshop, held at a local hotel, brought together over 300 stakeholders from Pakistan to explore innovative solutions for infrastructure development, operations, and capacity building of municipal utilities in Sialkot, Sahiwal, Rawalpindi, Multan, and Bahawalpur.Minister for Local Government, Zeshan Rafique, launched the Decision Support System and highlighted the Punjab Chief Minister’s commitment to grassroots public service delivery. He emphasized the importance of private sector partnerships as a benchmark for successful public-private collaboration.RHC’s contributions were celebrated for their impact on developing efficient operational models, sustainable business plans, and capacity-building initiatives, which have significantly enhanced the delivery of municipal services.Speaking at the event, Mr. Hamza Saliq, Project Director, said that their goal has always been to integrate innovative and sustainable practices into the municipal systems of Punjab.”Senior Project Officer of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), Omar Ali Shah, emphasized the need for a robust legal framework to attract private sector.On this occasion, MOUs were signed between the Local Government Academy with LUMS, NUST, ITU, Bahria, and UET Lahore — to enhance the capacities of local government institutions.The workshop featured thematic sessions on policy frameworks, operational models, financial sustainability, and private investment strategies.Rehman Habib Consultants remains committed to driving innovation and excellence in municipal service delivery, contributing to a more sustainable and prosperous future for Pakistan.
