Power pilferers nabbed


Sargodha: Faisalabad Electric Supply Company (FESCO) detected 23 cases of electricity theft during raids conducted in different parts of the city during the past 24 hours. A FESCO spokesperson said task teams, led by subdivision officers (SDOs) and assisted by executive engineers (XENs) carried out the operations and caught suspects allegedly stealing electricity. The accused were identified as Taimoor,Tahir, Tajamal, Farhat, Furqan, Fahim, Nabeel, Nouman, Ali, Kamran, Sajaad, Waheedullah, Naimatullah, Abdullah, Farzand Ali and others. Police have registered cases against the suspects.



Power pilferers nabbed


Sargodha: Faisalabad Electric Supply Company (FESCO) detected 23 cases of electricity theft during raids conducted in different parts of the city during the past 24 hours. A FESCO spokesperson said task teams, led by subdivision officers (SDOs) and assisted by executive engineers (XENs) carried out the operations and caught suspects allegedly stealing electricity. The accused were identified as Taimoor,Tahir, Tajamal, Farhat, Furqan, Fahim, Nabeel, Nouman, Ali, Kamran, Sajaad, Waheedullah, Naimatullah, Abdullah, Farzand Ali and others. Police have registered cases against the suspects.



Chairman BoG Dr Bangash reviews rehabilitation services at PCP


Peshawar: Dr. Shahzad Khan Bangash, Former Chief Secretary KP and Chairman BoG PCP, accompanied by members of BoG on Wednesday paid a comprehensive visit to various departments of the Paraplegic Center Peshawar to review the facilities and rehabilitation services being provided to patients.



Director Rehabilitation Dr. Aamir Zeb, briefed them on the Center’s performance, achievements and multidisciplinary rehabilitation services of PCP. He informed that the Paraplegic Center Peshawar is Pakistan’s premier rehabilitation institution, providing comprehensive physical, psychological and social rehabilitation services under one roof for individuals with spinal cord injuries, polio and other persons with disabilities(PwDs).



He further explained that the Center offers a full range of rehabilitation services completely free of cost, including medical rehabilitation, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, nursing care, orthotics, wheelchair services, psychosocial rehabilitation and vocational rehabilitation. These services are aimed at enabling persons with disabilities to regain independence and reintegrate into society as productive and dignified citizens.



Dr Shahzad Bangash also visited various wards, rehabilitation units and support service departments, interacted with patients and observed the quality of care being provided. The Chairman and Board members appreciated the Center’s professional standards, patient-centered approach and comprehensive rehabilitation model, expressing their satisfaction with the services being delivered.



Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Shahzad Khan Bangash described the Paraplegic Center Peshawar as a source of pride not only for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa but for the entire country. He reaffirmed the BoG’ commitment to supporting the institution in expanding its capacity, enhancing its services and further developing it into a model rehabilitation center of national excellence.



Expressing his gratitude to the Chairman and members of the Board of Governors, Director Rehab Dr. Aamir Zeb stated that the Center remains fully committed to its mission of providing high-quality, patient-centered rehabilitation services. He emphasized that the institution will continue striving to empower persons with physical disabilities (PwDs) by helping them regain confidence, independence and the opportunity to lead dignified and fulfilling lives.



Chairman BoG Dr Bangash reviews rehabilitation services at PCP


Peshawar: Dr. Shahzad Khan Bangash, Former Chief Secretary KP and Chairman BoG PCP, accompanied by members of BoG on Wednesday paid a comprehensive visit to various departments of the Paraplegic Center Peshawar to review the facilities and rehabilitation services being provided to patients.



Director Rehabilitation Dr. Aamir Zeb, briefed them on the Center’s performance, achievements and multidisciplinary rehabilitation services of PCP. He informed that the Paraplegic Center Peshawar is Pakistan’s premier rehabilitation institution, providing comprehensive physical, psychological and social rehabilitation services under one roof for individuals with spinal cord injuries, polio and other persons with disabilities(PwDs).



He further explained that the Center offers a full range of rehabilitation services completely free of cost, including medical rehabilitation, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, nursing care, orthotics, wheelchair services, psychosocial rehabilitation and vocational rehabilitation. These services are aimed at enabling persons with disabilities to regain independence and reintegrate into society as productive and dignified citizens.



Dr Shahzad Bangash also visited various wards, rehabilitation units and support service departments, interacted with patients and observed the quality of care being provided. The Chairman and Board members appreciated the Center’s professional standards, patient-centered approach and comprehensive rehabilitation model, expressing their satisfaction with the services being delivered.



Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Shahzad Khan Bangash described the Paraplegic Center Peshawar as a source of pride not only for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa but for the entire country. He reaffirmed the BoG’ commitment to supporting the institution in expanding its capacity, enhancing its services and further developing it into a model rehabilitation center of national excellence.



Expressing his gratitude to the Chairman and members of the Board of Governors, Director Rehab Dr. Aamir Zeb stated that the Center remains fully committed to its mission of providing high-quality, patient-centered rehabilitation services. He emphasized that the institution will continue striving to empower persons with physical disabilities (PwDs) by helping them regain confidence, independence and the opportunity to lead dignified and fulfilling lives.



Strict enforcement of zero-tolerance policy against dengue ordered


Rawalpindi: Deputy Commissioner Rawalpindi Captain (R) Nadeem Nasir has directed all allied departments to strictly enforce a zero-tolerance policy against dengue and maintain an active, coordinated presence in the field.



He issued these directives while chairing a meeting of the District Emergency and Response Committee for Anti-Dengue.



The committee reviewed anti-dengue activities across the district, including indoor and outdoor surveillance, hot-spot monitoring, larva elimination, sanitation conditions, awareness campaigns, and inter-departmental performance. Relevant officers briefed the chair on their respective departmental actions and future strategies.



Captain (R) Nadeem Nasir instructed departments to ensure full implementation of anti-dengue SOPs and accelerate daily field operations.



He emphasized that the timely elimination of potential breeding sites, continuous monitoring of sensitive locations, and effective inter-departmental coordination are indispensable to curbing the spread of dengue.



He further urged that public awareness campaigns be intensified to encourage citizens to maintain cleanliness in their homes and offices and prevent water stagnation. Warning against negligence, the Deputy Commissioner stated that all activities must be regularly monitored and strict action taken against any lapse in duty.



The meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner (HQs) Abdul Rahman Khan, the Chief Executive Officer of Health, and representative officers from the district administration, health and other departments.



Strict enforcement of zero-tolerance policy against dengue ordered


Rawalpindi: Deputy Commissioner Rawalpindi Captain (R) Nadeem Nasir has directed all allied departments to strictly enforce a zero-tolerance policy against dengue and maintain an active, coordinated presence in the field.



He issued these directives while chairing a meeting of the District Emergency and Response Committee for Anti-Dengue.



The committee reviewed anti-dengue activities across the district, including indoor and outdoor surveillance, hot-spot monitoring, larva elimination, sanitation conditions, awareness campaigns, and inter-departmental performance. Relevant officers briefed the chair on their respective departmental actions and future strategies.



Captain (R) Nadeem Nasir instructed departments to ensure full implementation of anti-dengue SOPs and accelerate daily field operations.



He emphasized that the timely elimination of potential breeding sites, continuous monitoring of sensitive locations, and effective inter-departmental coordination are indispensable to curbing the spread of dengue.



He further urged that public awareness campaigns be intensified to encourage citizens to maintain cleanliness in their homes and offices and prevent water stagnation. Warning against negligence, the Deputy Commissioner stated that all activities must be regularly monitored and strict action taken against any lapse in duty.



The meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner (HQs) Abdul Rahman Khan, the Chief Executive Officer of Health, and representative officers from the district administration, health and other departments.