LODHRAN:The Punjab government directed educational institutions across Lodhran district to ensure the submission of building fitness certificates within a week.
The directive was issued during a meeting chaired by Deputy Commissioner Muhammad Ashraf to review the status of building fitness certificates of public and private educational institutions, including PEF- and PEIMA-affiliated schools.
Addressing the meeting, the deputy commissioner said that building fitness certificates were essential for ensuring a safe future for the young generation. He directed the heads of all public, private, PEF- and PEIMA-affiliated educational institutions to submit their building fitness certificates along with approved building plans within the stipulated period.
He emphasized that building fitness certificates must be verified by engineers and firms registered with the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC).
He also announced that special teams would inspect educational institutions across the district to check compliance with the directives.
Muhammad Ashraf observed that buildings constructed in violation of approved building plans could pose serious safety risks and lead to accidents. He directed the Chief Executive Officer Education to submit daily progress report regarding the collection of fitness certificates from all educational institutions.
The meeting was attended by CEO Education Israr-ul-Haq, District Education Officer Dr Naeem, District Sports Officer Sajid Mahmood, Chief Officer Municipal Corporation Umar Mukhtar, XEN Muhammad Mohsin, Municipal Officer Planning Owais Umar, and District President of the Private Schools Association Asif Mahmood, among others.
During the meeting, the deputy commissioner also stressed the importance of achieving the registration target for the Punjab Sports Games. He directed the education authorities to ensure maximum participation of male and female students from Lodhran district.
He said the mega sports event would provide students with excellent opportunities to demonstrate their abilities and showcase their talent.