Category: District

Dera ismail khan: Acting on the directives of Deputy Commissioner Dera Ismail Khan and with a focus on public convenience, Assistant Commissioner Dr. Muhammad Hamid Siddiq has ordered improvement works on the link road adjoining the city flyover to ensure smoother traffic flow and safer commuting.

Following the directives, the concerned department deployed heavy machinery to level and grade both sides of the link road, improving its condition and facilitating the movement of vehicles and pedestrians.

The Assistant Commissioner also directed the relevant authorities to ensure regular water sprinkling on the road to suppress dust, reduce environmental pollution, and provide a safer and more comfortable travel experience for the public.

Dr. Hamid Siddiq said the district administration remained committed to improving public infrastructure and ensuring the provision of essential civic facilities.

He added that development and rehabilitation works were being closely monitored to ensure their timely completion in accordance with the required quality standards.

Multan: Rescue 1122 on Friday urged citizens to adopt precautionary measures to minimize the risk of accidents during the monsoon season, warning that timely preventive steps could help save lives and protect property from rain-related emergencies.

District Emergency Officer(DEO) Rescue 1122, Dr Hussain Mian, issued the advisory in accordance with the special directives of Punjab Emergency Services Secretary Dr Rizwan Naseer, saying that all rescue teams and equipment had been placed on high alert under the department’s Monsoon Emergency Plan.

He said the forecast of heavy monsoon rains could lead to urban flooding, strong winds, collapsing dilapidated buildings, electrocution, traffic accidents, drowning incidents and other emergencies. However, he added that most such incidents could be avoided through public awareness and strict adherence to safety guidelines.

Dr Hussain Mian advised citizens to inspect old buildings, roofs, walls, balconies and pillars and carry out necessary repairs before the onset of heavy rains. He urged people to avoid living in or visiting unsafe and dilapidated structures, as continuous rainfall could weaken them further. He also stressed the importance of cleaning rooftop drains, gutters and water outlets to prevent water accumulation.

Referring to the increased risk of electrocution during the rainy season, he asked the public not to touch electrical appliances, switches or exposed wires with wet hands or while standing barefoot. He advised consumers to repair faulty wiring, avoid illegal electrical connections and stay away from broken power lines, transformers and electrical installations submerged in rainwater. Parents, he said, should educate children about electrical hazards and prevent them from playing in rainwater near power installations.

The DEO also warned citizens against crossing canals, rivers, rain-fed streams, flooded roads, underpasses or fast-flowing water, saying the depth and strength of water currents could be misleading and life-threatening. He urged parents to keep children away from open manholes, canals and other water bodies.

He said Rescue 1122 Multan had completed all preparations for the monsoon season, with ambulances, fire and rescue vehicles, water rescue teams, rescue boats, life jackets, life buoys, specialized rescue equipment and trained rescuers ready to respond to any emergency. Monitoring of low-lying areas, rainwater drains and potential flood points had also been intensified.

Dr Hussain advised motorists to avoid unnecessary travel during heavy rain, drive at reduced speeds, use headlights, maintain a safe distance from other vehicles and strictly observe traffic rules.

He appealed to the public to immediately report incidents such as fires, building collapses, electrocution, drowning or other emergencies by calling the Rescue 1122 helpline (1122), enabling rescue teams to provide timely assistance.

“Precaution, public awareness and responsible behavior are the most effective safeguards against monsoon-related accidents, ” he said, adding that Rescue 1122 Multan remained fully prepared to respond to emergencies round the clock.

Kohat: Two government officials on Friday were killed and three others injured when unidentified gunmen opened fire on their vehicle near a toll plaza on the Indus Highway the district , the official sources said.

The bodies were identified as Excise Sub-Inspector, Sajjad Al-Salam and Customs Employee, Jawad. They said both died at the spot after the attackers sprayed the vehicle with gunfire.

Three injured people were taken to a nearby hospital, they said, adding their conditions were not immediately known. The police and other law enforcement personnel cordoned off the area after the attack and launched a search operation to apprehend the assailants, who fled the scene. Funeral prayers for Sajjad Al-Salam will be held in Khushgi Bala, while Jawad will be laid to rest in Chakdara.

Chiniot: In line with the vision of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif to bring perpetrators of heinous crimes to justice, two accused in a murder case have been convicted owing to effective investigation by Chiniot Police.

District and Sessions Judge Muhammad Naeem Sheikh announced the verdict in a murder case registered at City Police Station. After the charges were proven, the court sentenced Shehzad and Mubashir to life imprisonment and imposed a fine of Rs. 500, 000 each.

The accused were booked at City Police Station in FIR No. 2225/24 under sections 302, 404, 148, 149, 109, and 411 of the Pakistan Penal Code.

Speaking on the occasion, District Police Officer Dr. Naveed Atif said that, in accordance with the Chief Minister’s vision, police are ensuring high-quality investigations in murder cases and presenting strong evidence before the courts to secure convictions and ensure offenders are brought to justice.

Attock: A 13-year-old boy was electrocuted while repairing an electrical appliance, while three other people, including two construction workers and a woman, sustained injuries in separate incidents reported from different parts of Attock district, police said on Friday.

According to police sources, 13-year-old Mustafa Ahmed died after suffering an electric shock while working on an electrical appliance at his home in Kharala village, within the jurisdiction of Fateh Jang Police Station.

He succumbed to the shock at the scene before any medical assistance could be provided. In another incident, two construction labourers were injured when the wall of an under-construction house collapsed in Dhak village, falling within the limits of Jand Police Station.

The injured were identified as 37-year-old Muhammad Farman and 19-year-old Mubashir Khan. They were shifted to a nearby healthcare facility for treatment, where their condition was reported to be stable.

Meanwhile, a 48-year-old woman sustained injuries after the roof of her house collapsed in Gulberg Town near Kamra following the recent heavy rains. The incident occurred within the jurisdiction of Hazro Police Station.

She was rescued by local residents and taken to hospital for medical treatment.Police have registered separate cases in all three incidents and launched investigations to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the accidents.

Kohat: Commissioner Kohat Division Syed Motasim Billah Shah on Friday directed all district departments in Kurram to ensure the presence of officers during office hours and deliver efficient public services, warning that negligence and unauthorized absence would not be tolerated.

Chairing a high-level administrative meeting in Parachinar, the commissioner reviewed the performance of government departments, progress on development schemes and the status of public service delivery.

Deputy Commissioner Kurram Fahad Wazir, District Police Officer Malik Habib Khan and heads of various departments attended the meeting, said a press release.

Shah instructed officials to strictly implement the provincial government’s directives on improving governance and service delivery, emphasizing that government offices must remain accessible and responsive to the public.

Expressing concern over reports of absenteeism in some departments, he directed the district administration to conduct regular and surprise inspections of government offices.

He said officers found absent without valid reasons would face disciplinary action under the relevant rules. The commissioner urged departmental heads to ensure transparency, accountability and prompt resolution of public complaints, saying efficient governance was essential for strengthening public confidence in state institutions.

Later, a delegation of tribal elders met the commissioner and paid tribute to the late Haji Izzat Gul, a prominent member of the Divisional Grand Jirga, for his contributions to promoting lasting peace in Kurram and supporting the implementation of the Kohat Peace Accord. The elders offered prayers for the departed leader and described his role in fostering harmony as a lasting legacy.