Rescue 1122 conducts training for teachers, students on first aid, fire safety

Dera ismail khan:The district emergency service Rescue 1122 on Wednesday conducted a one-day training session about first medical aid, basic life support (BLS) and fire safety for teachers and students of government schools here at Govt Middle School Dera Town.

The training was conducted in collaboration of VEER Development Organization on the request of District Education Department, following the directives of Director General Rescue 1122 Dr. Ayaz Khan, under the supervision of District Emergency Officer Engr. Faseeh Ullah.

The training session was attended by over 20 teachers and a number of students came from 20 different schools.

The Rescue 1122 training team provided comprehensive awareness regarding rescue services, the procedure for dialing 1122 during emergencies, personal safety, the responsibilities of first responders, first aid, fire safety, and precautions during earthquakes and other emergencies.

The participants were also trained through practical demonstrations.

Speaking on this occasion, SDEO Dera Dr. Humayun Khattak appreciated the efforts of Rescue 1122 Dera and expressed his desire to conduct more such training programs across the district.

He lauded District Emergency Officer Engr. Faseeh Ullah and his team for delivering an effective and impactful training session.

Dr. Khattak highlighted the importance of such programs for teachers, students, and society, stating that they play a vital role in creating awareness and preparedness among the community.

On this occasion, Project Manager of VEER Development Organization Syed Irfan Shah thanked all participants for their active involvement and praised the Rescue 1122 team for conducting a well-rounded theoretical and practical training session.

The program was widely appreciated as a significant step toward promoting safety awareness and preparedness in schools and the community at large.

Traders’ role vital for economic stability: commissioner

Multan:Commissioner Multan Division Aamir Karim Khan hailed the pivotal role of the business community in strengthening the economy.

He said this during a meeting with a delegation from the Multan Chamber of Commerce and Industry, led by its President, Mian Bakhtawar Tanveer Sheikh, on Wednesday. He assured the delegation that the administration was fully committed to resolving traders' legitimate concerns and creating a business-friendly environment.

'The business community is the backbone of the economy. My office doors are open to all, and we are actively addressing issues such as corruption and bureaucratic hurdles,' said Commissioner Aamir Karim. He highlighted the need for traders' cooperation in maintaining operational water filtration plants and stressed the importance of urban beautification and tree plantation, particularly fruit-bearing trees, as key priorities.

The commissioner also urged traders to support anti-encroachment efforts and contribute to making Multan a clean and organized city. 'Improving traffic management is another priority, with steps being taken to ensure a smooth flow of vehicles and reduce congestion,' he added.

The delegation, including Senior Vice President Mohsin Masood Khwaja, Vice President Azhar Baloch, Government Liaison Committee Convener Khwaja Muhammad Hussain, and General Secretary Muhammad Shafiq, expressed their commitment to supporting administrative initiatives aimed at public welfare.

The traders acknowledged the critical need for economic stability and pledged their cooperation to ensure the success of government policies. They also highlighted the importance of maintaining a strong relationship between the administration and the business community to address local issues effectively.

Commissioner Aamir Karim reassured the delegation that practical measures would be taken to address their concerns, including regular visits to inspect new development projects and roads. He emphasized that collaborative efforts are essential for achieving progress and prosperity in the region.

PM instructs transparent, merit-based selection of students for agri training in China

Islamabad:Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday directed the authorities concerned to ensure a transparent and merit-based selection of the students to be sent to China for modern training in the agriculture sector.

The prime minister, chairing a meeting on the subject, also directed the formation of a committee to address the grievances of the students not meeting the standard during the scrutiny.

Calling China a time-tested friend of Pakistan and lauding its development in the agriculture sector, he told the participants that during his China visit, he had requested the Chinese leadership for the modern training of Pakistani students in the agriculture sector.

He said that the Government of Pakistan would bear the expenses of the students' training and the first batch would soon leave for China. A 10% quota has been allocated for Balochistan among the students to be selected for the training, he added.

Prime Minister Shehbaz also thanked the Chinese leadership and the universities for allowing the Pakistani students.

In the meeting, the prime minister was told that 1287 male and female students had applied through a portal of which 711 - including those from Gilgit Baltistan and Balochistan - met the criteria.

The students would be sent to China in two batches. Scheduled to leave for China in March this year, the first batch of 300 students will receive training in improving irrigation, diagnosing and monitoring veterinary diseases, veterinary breeding and genetics, and modern seed preparation and processing.

The second batch of 400 students will leave for China by mid-year to be trained in the use of modern agricultural machinery, rapid crop growth, and modern agricultural technology, including artificial intelligence and the processing of fruits and vegetables.

Federal ministers Ahsan Iqbal, Rana Tanveer Hussain, and Ahad Khan Cheema, the Chairman of the Higher Education Commission, and relevant senior officers attended the meeting.

Eight dead, 1317 injured in 1,250 accidents in Punjab

Lahore:At least eight people were killed and 1,317 injured in 1,250 accidents in Punjab during the last 24 hours. According to the Rescue 1122, 744 drivers, 69 underage drivers, 165 pedestrians, and 415 passengers were among the victims of road traffic crashes. The statistics showed that 264 accidents were reported in Lahore which affected 274 persons placing the provincial capital at top of the list followed by Faisalabad 88 in with 81 victims and at third Multan with 86 accidents and 97 victims.

According to the data, 1110 motorbikes, 82 auto-rickshaws, 145 motorcars, 23 vans, 10 passenger buses, 36 truck and 86 other types of auto vehicles besides slow-moving carts were involved in

the accidents.

Anti-encroachments operation intensified

Lahore:A comprehensive operation to remove encroachments across various areas of Lahore is currently underway, with strict measures being implemented to clear public spaces. In line with the directives of Deputy Commissioner (DC) Syed Musa Raza, Assistant Commissioner (AC) Sahibzada Mohammad Yousaf conducted a rigorous operation against encroachments in the Model Town area. The operation led to the sealing of 10 shops, and two trucks of goods were confiscated. In another move, 11 more shops were sealed, and two trucks of goods were seized in Model Town.

AC Shalimar Dr Anum Fatima oversaw the retrieval of 12 kanals of government land in Shalimar, worth approximately 240 million rupees. Additionally, she carried out a crackdown in the Garhi Shaho Bazaar, sealing 11 food points and providing one day's notice to the affected shopkeepers.

AC City Rai Babar led a coordinated operation against encroachments and illegal banners in key commercial areas including Mall Road, Hall Road, Urdu Bazaar, and Anarkali Market. AC Nishtar Mohammad Saleem Asi carried out an operation against encroachments and illegal banners on Ferozepur Road, enhancing measures to maintain traffic flow and public safety. AC Ravi Tariq Shabbir took action in the city's vegetable market, confiscating a truckload of fruits and vegetables. Announcements were also made from mosques in Model Town urging shopkeepers to remove encroachments around their premises.

AC Fatima Arshad visited prominent roads such as Allama Iqbal Road, Infantry Road, and Main Canal Road, removing illegal banners and taking action against street vendors. AC Raiwind Zainab Tahir spearheaded operations against encroachments at Adda Plot and Raiwind Road. AC Iqbal Town Khawaja Mohammad Umair Mahmood took action on Raiwind Road, confiscating goods from one shop and instructing vendors to keep their merchandise inside their stores. AC Sadar Abdul Basit Siddiqui led an operation against illegal encroachments and banners. Due to repeated violations, 10 cases were registered.

DC Syed Musa Raza reiterated that the administration will continue its no-tolerance policy against encroachments. He emphasized that keeping the city clean and free from illegal encroachments remains a top priority. He also urged citizens to report encroachments by contacting the control room at 03070002345.

UET awards PhD degrees

Lahore:The University of Engineering and Technology (UET) Lahore has conferred PhD degrees in Electrical Engineering to two scholars.

According to a UET spokesman, Anam Mughees completed her doctoral thesis on 'Development of Novel Feature Extraction Method Based on Fractal Analysis for Appliance Classification in Nonintrusive Load Monitoring," while Muhammad Anique Aslam's research focused on 'Microgrid Control with Grid Support Features for High Penetration of Renewable Energy Sources."

Both candidates successfully completed their respective research projects, contributing significantly to their fields of study.