Sanitation worker returns Rs900,000 discovered in trash and receives commendation and prize.

A female sanitation worker in Faisalabad has garnered significant acclaim for returning Rs 900,000 discovered in a refuse bin, transforming her act of integrity into an inspiring model for society.

Local officials report that Nusrat Bibi, employed under Punjab’s “Suthra Punjab” cleanliness initiative, discovered a parcel while sweeping a street in the Nighabanpura vicinity. Upon opening it, she uncovered stacks of banknotes. She promptly reported the discovery to her supervisor, who identified the owner and returned the money.

Deputy Commissioner Faisalabad, Captain (R) Nadeem Nasir, praised Nusrat Bibi’s integrity, awarding her a cash prize of Rs 300,000 and a certificate of recognition. Furthermore, one of her kids is being extended a job opportunity within the district administration in acknowledgment of her integrity.

Nusrat Bibi, a mother of five, stated to the media that she and her husband have consistently labored diligently to sustain their family through legitimate means. “We have dedicated our lives to acquiring halal income and imparting this principle to our children.” “The respect and encouragement I have received constitute my greatest honor,” she stated.

Nusrat Bibi is among the 130,000 workers engaged in the provincial “Suthra Punjab” initiative, tasked with upholding cleanliness in urban areas throughout the province. Her effort has underscored the commitment and principles of front-line workers frequently disregarded in society.

The incident occurs at a moment when the program has achieved international acclaim. Recently, the American publication Forbes designated the Suthra Punjab effort as one of the world’s most systematic trash management systems. Official data indicate that the system gathers and eliminates approximately 50,000 tons of garbage daily.

Authorities assert that Nusrat’s example embodies the essence of public service and conveys a powerful message that honesty and integrity are fundamental virtues in Pakistani culture.