Category: District

Mirpur (ajk): The authorities in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) have intensified preparations to ensure the July 27 elections are conducted in a free, fair and peaceful manner, a senior district official said on Wednesday.

Deputy Commissioner Chaudhry Sajid Aslam chaired a meeting in Mirpur to review election arrangements with officials from the district administration, police and key government departments, according to an official statement.

The representatives from the health, education, local government, civil defence, highways, buildings, social welfare, Auqaf and information departments briefed the meeting on logistical preparations, assigned responsibilities and measures to support polling operations.

The meeting decided to strengthen the election monitoring and control system to enable timely coordination and response to any emerging situation.

The departments were instructed to appoint focal persons to maintain constant communication and ensure rapid information sharing throughout polling day.

Addressing the meeting, Sajid Aslam directed all departments to complete election-related arrangements well before the vote and carry out their responsibilities with diligence.

He also directed the education department to provide administrative support where required for election management.

The deputy commissioner said close coordination among the district administration, police and other departments would be essential to ensuring a transparent and orderly electoral process.

He called on officials to remain in regular contact through designated focal persons and make full use of available resources to provide voters with a safe and peaceful environment.

Appealing to the public, Sajid Aslam urged eligible voters to cast their ballots peacefully on July 27 and participate actively in the electoral process, adding it would help strengthen democratic institutions.

The meeting concluded with participating departments reaffirming their commitment to coordinated efforts for the peaceful, secure and successful conduct of the AJK elections.

Peshawar: Rescue 1122 Buner has recovered the body of a man who was swept away by a flash flood triggered by monsoon rains in the Kalabat area of Gadezai tehsil after an extensive search operation.

Officials said the victim, identified as Siyab, was driving a rickshaw when he was caught in a rain-fed torrent.

Rescue divers and water rescue personnel launched a search operation immediately after the incident and continued efforts until the body was located in the Kalabat Kogai area.

The body was shifted to Tehsil Headquarters Hospital, Pacha, after completion of legal formalities.

Deputy Commissioner Buner Shehryar Qamar visited the hospital to monitor the operation and commended the Rescue 1122 teams for their prompt response and professional handling of the search and recovery mission.

Rescue officials urged the public to avoid crossing flooded roads and streams during the ongoing monsoon season to prevent such incidents.

Faisalabad: CPO Tanveer Hussain listened to people problems related to the police department here on Thursday. During ‘khuli kutchery’ held at his office, he issued instructions to the officers concerned to redress the outstanding issues of the people timely.

On this occasion, the CPO said that providing prompt and effective justice to the people at their doorstep is their top priority. The aim of the open court is to resolve the complaints of the citizens and their problems on a priority basis.

He said that service delivery in police stations is being ensured, as per the vision of the CM Maryam Nawaz Sharif.

Rawalpindi: Punjab government has extended the ban on flying drones in open areas across the province for another 30 days under Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC).

The restriction will remain in force in all districts, including Rawalpindi Division, with district administrations and police directed to ensure strict implementation.

According to a notification issued by the Punjab Home Department, the ban has been extended in view of the prevailing security situation, the need to protect lives, property and sensitive installations, and to maintain law and order. During the restriction period, flying all types of drones in open areas will remain prohibited.

The notification, however, allows the limited use of small drones during events held at halls and marquees, provided that organisers assume full responsibility for their safe operation.

It further states that drones may be used for agriculture, irrigation, research and other authorised purposes only after obtaining written approval from the relevant District Safe Drone Usage Committee (SDUC). Law enforcement and intelligence agencies are exempt from the restriction.

The Rawalpindi Division administration and police have urged citizens to comply fully with the orders issued under Section 144 and warned that legal action will be taken against violators in accordance with the law.

Sargodha: Deputy Commissioner Hussain Ahmad Raza Chaudhry on Thursday ordered all relevant departments to accelerate measures aimed at eliminating malnutrition among children, pregnant women and lactating mothers.

He issued these orders while chairing a meeting of the District Malnutrition Alleviation Committee (DMAC) here, which reviewed the prevailing situation of malnutrition in the district, ongoing initiatives and future strategy.

The meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner Headquarters Arshad Ahmad Wattoo, CEO Health Dr Kashif Nabeel Azam and officers from the Food Authority, Social Welfare, Education, Livestock, Local Government, Public Health Engineering, Agriculture and other departments.

The DC directed that malnourished children, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers be identified, examined and provided timely treatment.

He said eliminating malnutrition was a collective responsibility of all concerned departments, requiring coordinated efforts, effective liaison and continuous monitoring.

He also directed the departments to intensify public awareness campaigns regarding balanced diets, the importance of breastfeeding, the use of clean drinking water and hygiene practices.

On the occasion, the officials of various departments briefed the meeting on their performance and ongoing measures, while the Deputy Commissioner directed all institutions to enhance coordination, achieve assigned targets and regularly review progress.

Abbottabad: Commissioner Hazara Shahidullah Khan Thursday visited the proposed route and site of the Shimla Hill Resort Project, a tourism initiative aimed at promoting eco-tourism and improving recreational facilities in Abbottabad, officials said.

Accompanied by Secretary to the Commissioner Shabbir Ahmed Akash and Assistant to the Commissioner (Pool/Development) Jahanzeb, the commissioner carried out a detailed inspection of the proposed access route and project site, reviewing the area’s terrain, accessibility and overall feasibility for the planned resort.

Later, the commissioner visited Shimla Hill, a popular scenic viewpoint overlooking Abbottabad that attracts visitors for its pleasant weather, panoramic views and natural surroundings. He reviewed the facilities available for tourists and emphasized the need to further improve tourism infrastructure to enhance the visitor experience.

The proposed Shimla Hill Resort is expected to boost tourism, create employment opportunities and contribute to the local economy by developing the hilltop into a modern tourist destination while preserving its natural environment.