Author: dailybalochistantimes.com

Multan: Rescue 1122 Multan responded to 13, 486 emergencies and rescued 13, 538 people during July 2026, District Emergency Officer(DEO) Dr. Hussain Mian said on Saturday. He said the emergency service maintained an average response time of less than seven minutes during the month.

According to Rescue 1122 data, the service responded to 2, 763 road traffic accidents, 109 fire incidents, 311 crime-related emergencies, eight building collapse incidents and 8, 065 medical cases, including cardiac, respiratory and gynaecological emergencies.

The district emergency officer said 5, 461 victims were shifted to hospitals while 6, 929 people were provided first aid at the scene. He added that 24 people died on the spot in road accidents while 678 patients were transferred between hospitals on doctors’ recommendations for better treatment.

Rescue teams also rescued and treated 58 animals during the month, he said.

DEO Dr. Hussain said the district administration had imposed a ban under Section-144 on bathing in rivers, canals, streams, rainwater drains and ponds due to the monsoon season and the threat of flooding.

He said Rescue 1122 had established nine flood response points across the district, including Multan City, Multan Saddar, Shujabad and Jalalpur Pirwala.

The points had been equipped with trained rescuers, boats, life jackets and other necessary equipment to deal with any emergency.

The official urged citizens to avoid entering rivers, canals and other water bodies during the monsoon and stay away from dilapidated buildings, rooftops, electric poles and exposed wires.

He also advised motorists to follow traffic rules, avoid speeding and use helmets and seat belts during rainy weather.

Citizens were urged to contact Rescue 1122 immediately in case of any emergency.

Rawalpindi: The 99th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) of the People’s Republic of China was commemorated at the General Headquarters (GHQ), Rawalpindi.

His Excellency Mr. Jiang Zaidong, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Pakistan, graced the occasion as Guest of Honour. Major General Wang Zhong, Defence Attach© of China, officials of the Chinese Embassy and senior military officers from Pakistan’s tri-services also attended the ceremony.

Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces, extended a warm welcome to the distinguished guests and congratulated the PLA on the occasion of its 99th founding anniversary. He paid tribute to the PLA’s remarkable contributions to China’s defence, national development and international peace and security.

Highlighting the enduring strength of Pakistan-China relations, the Field Marshal observed that friendship between the two countries is unique, time-tested and has remained steadfast in the face of evolving regional and global challenges.

He reaffirmed that Pakistan Armed Forces and the PLA are true partners, bound by mutual trust, unwavering support and a shared commitment to regional peace, stability and the protection of common strategic interests.

Addressing the gathering, Ambassador Jiang Zaidong expressed sincere appreciation to the Field Marshal for hosting the commemorative event. He acknowledged the Pakistan Armed Forces’ significant contributions and sacrifices in the fight against terrorism and reaffirmed China’s unwavering support for Pakistan and its enduring commitment to further strengthening the All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership between the two countries.

Peshawar: Provincial Minister for Revenue and Estate Tariq Mahmood Aryani here Saturday chaired second policy meeting of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Revenue Revenue and Estate Department.

The meeting was also attended by Member of National Assembly, Muhammad Atif Khan, , Member National Assembly Arbab Sher Ali, Senior Member Board of Revenue Zahir Shah Khan, digitalization expert Khalid Saeed, Director Land Records Yasir Hassan and other senior officials from Revenue Department and Board of Revenue.

The participants conducted a detailed review of the implementation of decisions taken during the previous policy meeting. The Revenue Working Group was briefed on progress made so far, while several important decisions were taken to accelerate revenue reforms and make public services more efficient, transparent and citizen-friendly.

Meeting decided that show cause notices would be issued to officials responsible for unnecessary delays or negligence in matters such as mutation of property, issuance of land records (Fard) and correction of names at Board of Revenue service delivery centers.

Meeting also directed the immediate resolution of the longstanding issue of Khana Kasht across the province. It was decided that separate counters would be established at all service delivery centers to handle matters related to Khana Kasht ensuring timely and convenient services for citizens.

To ensure the prompt resolution of public complaints and strengthen the monitoring of revenue services, the meeting approved the establishment of an complaints call centre that would be directly linked to the Revenue Dashboard and will collect feedback from citizens to help improve service delivery.

The meeting approved the early province wide implementation of e-Registry system to prevent duplicate and fraudulent mutations by ensuring that only land registered in the name of the relevant owner can be transferred.

Participants also decided to carry out Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping of government-owned land throughout the province and introduce an encroachment alert system.

To provide greater convenience to the public, the meeting approved the outsourcing and online provision of the land record issuance system. Under the proposed arrangement, citizens will be able to obtain land records through NADRA e-Sahulat centers, Revenue Dashboard and relevant Patwar offices.

The meeting further decided to digitally transform at least one district on a pilot basis and designate it as a ‘Model Digital District. ‘ All revenue records in the selected district will be maintained and made accessible through a modern digital system.

Moreover, directions were issued for the early completion of Computerized Land Record Management Integration System. The meeting was informed that once implemented, the system would fully computerize all stages of revenue administration. It would also enable overseas Pakistanis to legally complete the purchase, sale and transfer of their properties in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa from anywhere in the world.

Provincial Minister for Revenue and Estate Tariq Mahmood Aryani directed Senior Member Board of Revenue Zahir Shah Khan to immediately obtain comprehensive reports from all deputy commissioners regarding the facilities available and challenges faced at service delivery centers across the province.