Majority of Punjab population satisfied with Maryam's governance: IPOR

An Institute for Public Opinion Research (IPOR) survey revealed on Sunday that a majority of Punjab population expressed satisfaction with Maryam Nawaz’s governance.

It added the dissatisfaction level is higher in rural areas 42% compared to urban areas (28%).

The IPOR surveyed the adult population to gather public opinion on the 100-day performance of CM Maryam Nawaz Sharif, who made history by becoming the first female to be elected as provincial chief executive.

Out of 35%, who were not satisfied at all with the last 3-month performance of CM, 51% of respondents believe that the government will never be able to improve the situation, regardless of the time given.

And 19% of respondents are willing to give the government as much time as needed to improve the situation.

The survey pointed out that 60% of respondents believe CM Maryam’s popularity has increased over the last three months, while 53% of respondents believe the government's steps have effectively reduced the prices of various commodities.

A decrease in the price of roti (bread) is the most favoured project, with 44% of respondents considering it the best initiative. Following this project are the Solar Panel Program (11%) and the 200 Clinic on Wheels initiative (11%).

The findings said that CM Maryam’s leadership in Punjab is highly regarded, with strong public approval of her performance and initiatives.

“While there is significant support for her efforts in reducing commodity prices and specific projects like the bread price reduction, as compared to other initiatives. However, her approval ratings in rural areas (48%) are not as good as in urban areas (62%),” it added.