Federal Minister Samina Khalid Ghurki will be given a new portfolio in lieu of her old ministry which was devolved under the 18th constitutional amendment, Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani said on Saturday.
Talking to Ghurki, the prime minister said his government is trying its best to evolve gender equality. Urging the minister to mobilise women and enhance their participation in public affairs, he said women participation is vital to expedite social progress. He said the government has initiated several measures including legislations to overcome impediments in active participation of women.
