Author: Imtiaz Hussain

By Imtiaz Hussain NAWABSHAH: A worrying surge in HIV infections among children has been reported in Sindh’s Nawabshah district, with health authorities confirming that more than 100 new cases have emerged since July. The outbreak has alarmed local communities and placed intense scrutiny on the provincial health system. Preliminary investigations by the provincial health department have pointed to a catastrophic breakdown in basic medical safeguards. Officials cited an environment dominated by illicit blood banks, unqualified medical practitioners operating unchecked, and the widespread use of unscreened blood transfusions. This combination of factors created a perilous situation, allowing the virus to spread…

By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: Dr. Qadir Magsi, Chairman of the Sindh Taraqi Pasand Party (STP), has strongly criticised the provincial government, saying corruption, looting, and administrative inefficiency have reached unprecedented levels, making daily life increasingly difficult for ordinary citizens. Addressing the media in Sukkur, Dr. Magsi said government institutions have become hubs of bribery, nepotism, and favoritism, where citizens must rely on personal connections or payments to access their legitimate rights. He argued that a small, elite class is monopolising Sindh’s resources, enjoying wealth and comfort at the expense of the wider population, which faces hunger, unemployment, and social unrest.…

By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: Mayor Sukkur and Sindh government spokesperson Barrister Arslan Islam Sheikh paid tribute to the martyrs of the Karsaz tragedy, saying that 18 October would forever stand as a symbol of sacrifice, courage, and democratic resilience. He said the party workers who lost their lives in the 2007 bombing at Karsaz kept alive the people’s right to rule with their blood, adding that their sacrifice remained a golden chapter in Pakistan’s democratic history. Barrister Sheikh said the Pakistan Peoples Party’s history was marked by struggle, sacrifice, and service to the nation. He described the late Benazir Bhutto…

By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR:  Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has approved the construction of mini fish harbors at Keti Bandar and Shah Bandar, marking a major step toward revitalizing the coastal economy of Thatta and Sujawal. The Rs1.35 billion project, to be completed in three years, aims to empower small-scale fishermen, promote sustainable livelihoods, and reduce pressure on the Karachi Fish Harbor. Supported through provincial and international funding, it will decentralize fish exports and strengthen Sindh’s maritime economy. The decision was made at a meeting at the Chief Minister’s House, attended by Fisheries Minister Muhammad Ali Malkani and Secretary…

By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: Divisional Commissioner Sukkur, Abid Saleem Qureshi, paid an unannounced visit to Civil Hospital Sukkur to assess the quality of medical services and address operational challenges. He was joined by Principal of GMMC Teaching Hospital Sukkur, Dr Saleh Muhammad Channa, Additional MS Dr Altaf Awan, and other senior health officials. During the inspection, Commissioner Qureshi toured multiple departments, engaging directly with patients to understand their concerns and urging hospital management to improve service delivery. He also met with house job doctors who were protesting over delayed monthly stipends, assuring them that the matter would be resolved within…

Sindh Health Minister Dr Azra Pechuho ordered strict action against illegal labs and unlicensed blood banks amid Nawabshah AIDS outbreak. By Imtiaz Hussain SHAHEED BENAZIRABAD:  Provincial Health Minister Dr Azra Fazal Pechuho voiced serious concern over the recent outbreak of AIDS in Nawabshah, criticising authorities for failing to take effective action against illegal laboratories and unlicensed blood banks. She chaired a high-level meeting on health issues at the Darbar Hall of the DC Office, emphasising the need for immediate intervention to protect public health. During the session, Dr Pechuho sharply criticised the Sindh Health Care Commission and Health Department officials…

By Imtiaz Hussain KHAIRPUR: The Medicine Department of Medical Unit-11 at KMC Khairpur continued its regular academic activities on Thursday, providing valuable learning opportunities for postgraduate residents while simultaneously benefiting both admitted and outpatient patients. The session focused on a case of liver cancer, specifically Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC), which was assigned to Dr. Asma Pervez, a postgraduate resident, for demonstration. Over the course of a 30-minute session, Dr. Pervez conducted a thorough patient history and detailed physical examination, following the College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan (CPSP) protocol. Her performance was closely observed and evaluated by Dr. Abdul Hayee Phulpoto,…

By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: Mangroves have long been recognized as a key species for climate resilience and a natural shield protecting coastlines from the sea. They serve as a buffer against rising sea levels, storms, and erosion, while providing vital habitats for marine life and supporting local communities. Khan Muhammad Jamali, Range Officer at the Forest Department in Ketty Bandar, explained that mangroves reduce the impact of waves and storms, protecting coastal communities and infrastructure. He added that mangroves are highly efficient at storing carbon, making them essential for climate change mitigation. “They provide habitat for a wide range of…

By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: Khairpur Medical College Principal, Professor Dr. Javed Phulpoto, visited various wards, including the emergency department and outpatient clinics, at the Teaching Civil Hospital. During the visit, he spoke with patients to gather information about medicines, treatment, and other facilities, and inquired about any difficulties they were facing. Addressing the medical staff present, Dr. Phulpoto emphasised that all personnel must carry out their responsibilities honestly and conscientiously to ensure patients receive the best possible care. “Taking care of patients is both a moral and professional duty,” he said, adding that negligence would not be tolerated. He instructed…

By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: A PPP MPA and tribal chief, Mir Ahmed Jaghirani of the Jaghirani tribe, was booked in a case involving the alleged ransom and kidnapping of two women, including a girl. Mst Hameeda Dahar, a resident of Rampur Muhalla in Mehar, district Dadu, filed an FIR at A Section Police Station, Mehar, under sections 365 and 496A of the Pakistan Penal Code. She alleged that Mir Ahmed Jaghirani, his wife Zuhran, and others had kidnapped her daughter Fozia and her niece Fatima at gunpoint, taking them to the village of Sundrani in Ghouspur. According to Dahar, she…