KOHAT: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kohat, Muhammad Nawaz, chaired a high-level meeting regarding the prevention of illegal mining activities, particularly placer gold mining, and directed the relevant authorities to take strict legal action against those involved in unlawful extraction.
During the meeting, heads of the relevant departments briefed the participants on illegal mining activities and other associated issues.
The DC reviewed the prevailing situation and instructed the authorities concerned to intensify efforts against illegal mining, ensuring that all those involved were proceeded against in accordance with the law.
Separately, Nawaz also presided over a Peace Jirga attended by elders and notables from Kohat, Lachi, Gumbat, and Dara Adam Khel.
During the jirga, community elders apprised the deputy commissioner of various public issues, local concerns, and challenges being faced by residents in their respective areas. The deputy commissioner listened to their grievances and assured them that necessary measures would be taken through the relevant departments to address the issues on a priority basis.
The meeting also discussed the maintenance of law and order, promotion of sustainable peace, enhancement of mutual cooperation, and timely resolution of public problems. Participants emphasized that close coordination between the administration and community elders was essential for ensuring lasting peace and stability in the district.
Speaking on the occasion, the deputy commissioner reaffirmed the district administration’s commitment to resolving public issues, maintaining law and order, and improving service delivery through the effective utilization of available resources.
The jirga concluded with special prayers for peace and order in Pakistan, national security, stability, progress, and prosperity.