Maryam Explains Use of Punjab Govt Plane for London Trip
Published On 26 Sep, 2026
9 News HD: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has said that she paid around Rs27.5 million herself for the aircraft used during her recent trip to London.
Maryam Nawaz travelled to London to attend her daughter’s graduation ceremony. The use of a Punjab government aircraft for the visit became a topic of public discussion, with questions raised about the expenses of the trip.
Responding to the criticism, Maryam said that the travel cost was paid from her own funds. She also said that proof of the payment could be provided.
The Punjab chief minister explained that the aircraft is owned by the provincial government and is used for official travel. She said that her work often requires travel between different cities and that the aircraft is available for such official duties.
The London visit was mainly linked to a family event, but Maryam said she remained available for official matters during the trip. She also pointed to the cost she had paid for the aircraft as part of her response to questions about its use.
The reported payment was around Rs27.5 million, covering the cost linked to the aircraft’s use for the journey. The issue has continued to attract attention because a government-owned aircraft was used for a personal family visit.
Maryam’s explanation has now put the focus on the payment made for the trip and the rules surrounding the use of government aircraft. The matter has also led to wider discussion about official travel and expenses involving government resources.
The chief minister has maintained that she personally covered the cost of the London flight, addressing the main concern raised over her use of the Punjab government aircraft.
