Day: July 28, 2026

Quetta: Commissioner Nasirabad Division Salahuddin Noorzai on Monday emphasized that all arrangements for the polio campaign should be finalized immediately, especially micro plan, team training would be given special focus.

He said this while chairing a meeting of the Divisional Task Force regarding the anti-polio campaign, in which WHO representatives gave a detailed briefing on the arrangements and progress of the polio campaign launched across the division.

Deputy Commissioner Nasirabad Virender Lal and District Health Officer Dr. Ayaz Hussain Jamali were present in the meeting, while Deputy Commissioners, District Health Officers, DHOs of all other districts participated through video link, in addition, Dr. Zahir Hussain Umrani and other relevant officers participated.

Giving directives in the meeting, Commissioner Nasirabad emphasized that all arrangements for the polio campaign should be finalized immediately, especially micro plan, team training would be given special focus.

He said that in addit
ion, the monitoring system should be improved in low-performing UCs and effective strategies to be adopted where there are weak performance or risks.

He directed the Deputy Commissioners, DHOs and other relevant officers that field monitoring during the anti-polio campaign be made more effective so that the goal of delivering polio drops to every child could be successfully achieved.

Quetta: Deputy Speaker (DS) Balochistan Assembly Ms. Ghazala Gola on Monday strongly condemned the murder of Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP)’s worker Mukhtar Younis in the Nakiyal constituency of Azad Jammu and Kashmir.

She said that the use of violence and weapons during the election process is an attack on democratic values.

She expressed her heartfelt sympathy and condolences to the family of the deceased and demanded that a transparent and impartial investigation into the incident to be conducted and the responsible elements would be brought to justice.

Quetta: Khuzdar, Deputy Commissioner Khuzdar, Abdul Razzaq Sasoli on Monday chaired an important meeting at the DC Office to review sanitation and hygiene standards across all government hospitals, private hospitals, clinics, and medical centers in the district.

The meeting assessed cleanliness arrangements, waste management, infection prevention and control (IPC) measures, legal compliance, and facilities provided to patients. To ensure strict monitoring, the Deputy Commissioner formed a committee headed by District Health Officer Dr. Abdul Hameed Lehri and Assistant Commissioner Nal.

Other members include Chief Officer Municipal Corporation Khuzdar Wadera Muhammad Saleh Jamot and Medical Superintendent Civil Hospital Khuzdar Dr. Shabbir Ahmed Baloch. The committee will conduct daily inspections of health and sanitation standards.

Addressing the meeting, DC Sasoli said that the Government of Balochistan is paying special attention to providing better healthcare facilities to the public. He emphasized that the administration’s foremost priority is to deliver quality medical services, promote humanitarian and welfare initiatives, and provide maximum relief to vulnerable segments of society.

He issued strict instructions to private hospitals, clinics, and laboratories to dispose of their medical waste at the incinerator located in Teaching Hospital Khuzdar, warning of stern legal action against violators.

Reaffirming the administration’s commitment, Sasoli said: ‘Khuzdar district will continue such measures to safeguard public health, welfare, and humanitarian service. These efforts will remain consistent to ensure a cleaner, safer, and healthier environment for patients and citizens alike. ‘

Quetta: The Regional Meteorological Center Quetta, has forecast persistent hot conditions across most districts of Balochistan, while rain, wind, and thunderstorms are expected in northern areas.

According to the Regional Meteorological Center Quetta, very hot weather will prevail in Nokkundi, Washuk, Dalbandin, Kharan, Noshki, Pishin, Panjgur, Kech, Awaran, Sibi, Usta Muhammad, Naseerabad, and Jhal Magsi.

Meanwhile, partly cloudy skies accompanied by rain, wind, and thunderstorms are likely at isolated places in Zhob, Sherani, Barkhan, Musakhail, Duki, Loralai, Harnai, Killa Saifullah, Kohlu, and Khuzdar, as well as adjoining areas. Officials have cautioned that strong gusty winds may occur in most parts of the province during the forecast period.

The maximum temperature recorded was 44. 5°C in Nokkundi, while Barkhan registered the minimum at 30. 0°C. Authorities have advised residents to take precautions against extreme heat, while travelers in northern districts should remain alert for sudden rain and thunderstorms.

Quetta: Commissioner Quetta Division, Shahzaib Khan Kakar, chaired a meeting to address issues related to rents, arrears, and management of shops and kiosks under the Metropolitan Corporation.

The session was attended by Deputy Commissioner Quetta Mehrullah Badini, Additional Commissioner Agha Samiullah, Assistant Commissioner (Revenue) Syed Kaleemullah, President of Anjuman Tajran Rahim Kakar, and senior officials of the Metropolitan Corporation.

Officials briefed the meeting that approximately 90 kiosks are under the Corporation’s management, of which 42 owners have begun paying their rents and dues, while the remaining tenants still owe arrears dating back to 2021.

The meeting resolved that government-fixed rents must be paid regularly, with a mandatory annual 10 percent increase as per existing agreements.

Commissioner Shahzaib Kakar directed that tenants be facilitated by allowing arrears to be paid in installments rather than in a lump sum, making it easier for them to clear outstanding dues. However, he stressed that rent payments are compulsory under the agreements. He instructed all shopkeepers and kiosk owners to prepare a workable schedule within one week to ensure both monthly rent and arrears are paid consistently. He warned that failure to comply within the stipulated time would result in legal action under relevant laws.

The meeting also discussed the issue of illegal stalls set up in front of kiosks, with some owners renting them out to others. Commissioner Kakar declared this practice a violation of rules and directed authorities to remove all unauthorized stalls, ensuring government property is used strictly in accordance with regulations.

Participants agreed that strict measures will be taken to ensure transparent management of municipal properties, regular rent collection, and settlement of arrears.

The Commissioner emphasized that the administration is committed to safeguarding public assets and ensuring fair use of government property.

Quetta: Chief Minister Balochistan, Mir Sarfraz Bugti, on Monday said that the province, with its rich natural resources, strategic geographical importance, and economic potential, possesses immense capacity for growth.

He emphasized that these strengths would be fully utilized to promote investment, industry, and trade.

The Chief Minister was presiding over a meeting of the Board of Directors of the Balochistan Board of Investment and Trade (BBoIT) held at the Chief Minister’s Secretariat on Monday. The meeting was attended by Chief Secretary Balochistan Shakeel Qadir Khan, Additional Chief Secretary (Development and Planning) Zahid Saleem, Vice Chairman BBoIT Bilawal Khan Kakar, Chief Executive Officer Qaim Khan Lashari, Principal Secretary Imran Zarkoon, and other senior officials.

During the session, various agendas of the Board were discussed in detail, and the Board of Governors approved several financial and administrative matters. Addressing the meeting, Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti said that promoting investment and expanding trade opportunities were among the government’s top priorities. He directed all relevant institutions to work in close coordination to provide investors with a transparent, business-friendly environment.

Sarfraz Bugti highlighted that Balochistan’s natural wealth and strategic location make it a province of extraordinary potential. He instructed the BBoIT to take effective measures to facilitate investors, simplify investment processes, and strengthen the confidence of the private sector.

Reaffirming the government’s commitment, the Chief Minister said that Balochistan would continue to take all possible steps to encourage investment, create new employment opportunities, and achieve sustainable economic development.