Author: Riaz Narejo

By Riaz Narejo DADU: A United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) delegation visited Dadu on Friday to assess conditions in the district’s underdeveloped areas, officials said. The mission was led by senior UNDP member Ms Yang Kim. Deputy Commissioner Syed Murtaza Shah briefed the team on the district’s overall situation and reviewed arrangements for the visit. The delegation toured several remote settlements, including Chakar Kot, Hairo Khan, Basti Ghulam Rasool, Veer Nath, and Shahdad Khan Brohmani, examining social and developmental challenges faced by local residents. District police implemented strict security measures to safeguard the visitors. SSP Dadu Amir Saud Magsi said…

By Riaz Narejo DADU: The district administration, in coordination with the Forest Department, launched a major operation on Saturday to remove illegal encroachments from government forest land, officials said. The initiative was undertaken under the directives of Deputy Commissioner Syed Murtaza Shah. During the first phase, authorities identified 90 individuals allegedly occupying around 2,060 acres of forest land without permission. Six cases were registered against the accused under Sections 26 and 63 of the Forest Act, 1927, at police stations in Radhan, Shah Panjo Sultan, Bhind Mari, Nayo Goth, and Rajo Dero, with Forest Department officials acting as complainants. Deputy…

By Riaz Narejo DADU: Three men, including two passers-by, were injured when an old dispute between two Chandio community groups reignited in the riverine area near Dadu on Saturday, police said. The clash occurred in villages adjacent to Syyal, within the jurisdiction of Jhalo Police Station, and intermittent gunfire was reported. Those injured were identified as Rizwan Chandio, Khalid Jamali, a passer-by, and Haji Lashari. The wounded were rushed to the DHQ Hospital, with Rizwan Chandio and Khalid Jamali later referred to Sehwan due to the severity of their injuries. SSP Dadu Amir Saud Magsi said the situation had been…

By Riaz Narijo DADU: Three coal miners died after inhaling toxic gas inside a mining shaft at Lakhra Coal Mines near Manjhand on Saturday, prompting protests by local residents and workers over repeated safety lapses. The deceased were identified as Shoukat Pathan, Kamran Pathan, and Siraj Pathan, all residents of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Police said the men were engaged in routine mining when the shaft filled with poisonous gas, leaving them unconscious. Fellow miners carried out rescue efforts, pulling the bodies from the shaft and transporting them to a nearby hospital. Authorities said legal formalities were underway. Workers at the site…

By Riaz Narejo DADU: The trial of the high-profile murder case involving the father, grandfather, and uncle of Umme Rubab Chandio continued on Saturday at the Model Criminal Trial Court in Dadu. During the proceedings, defence lawyers representing the nominated accused presented their arguments before the court. The case was adjourned until 12 and 13 December, according to the court schedule. Defence counsel are expected to conclude their arguments on 12 December, while the complainant’s lawyers will present theirs on 13 December. Speaking to reporters outside the court, Umme Rubab Chandio expressed optimism, saying she hoped the final verdict would…

By Riaz Narejo DADU: The College of Pharmacy at Liaquat University of Medical and Health Sciences (LUMHS), Jamshoro, hosted a Food Festival alongside Poster and Project Competitions as part of its Student Activity Week. The week-long event saw enthusiastic participation from students, who showcased their creativity, culinary skills, and research-oriented projects. The festival was inaugurated by LUMHS Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Ikram Uddin Ujjan, who emphasized the role of extracurricular activities in enhancing students’ confidence and professional competencies. The festival featured student-prepared culinary stalls as well as innovative poster and project presentations, reflecting modern concepts and professional abilities. The ceremony…

By Raiz Narejo DADU: Speaking at a rally at Sindh University, Ayaz Latif Palijo highlighted the challenges facing students and citizens in Sindh, emphasizing the urgent need to tackle corruption, insecurity, and the entrenched feudal system. Palijo said opportunities for merit-based employment and education were blocked for Sindh’s youth, and that students were seeking relief from crime and corruption. He pointed to widespread hunger, poverty, and lawlessness, noting that many families in informal settlements and villages were unable to afford even basic meals. He criticized Sindh’s transformation into a hub of corruption, feudal dominance, crime, and “wadera” rule, adding that…

By Riaz Narejo DADU: A serious incident unfolded in Bhan Syedabad during a measles vaccination campaign when a Lady Health Worker was attacked, escalating tensions in the area. The assault occurred two days earlier, and the suspect’s initial evasion of arrest prompted the victim’s community, the Gambhir tribe, to threaten protests, including road blockades and sit-ins, demanding swift justice. In response to the threat of unrest, Bhan Syedabad police, supported by a 15-member force, conducted an emergency joint raid in the village of Peeral Pahnor. SSP Sehwan Zafar Siddiq Changa confirmed that the main suspect, Niaz Pahnor, was arrested during…

By Riaz Narejo DADU: Police in Jamshoro have announced a major breakthrough in the armed robbery at the residence of former Medical Superintendent Dr Chela Ram, revealing that the crime was orchestrated by a close neighbour. Dewan Mukesh Kumar was arrested following the recovery of stolen cash, gold, and silver, marking a significant development in the investigation. The robbery, which occurred four days ago in Bhittai Mohalla, Thana Bula Khan, reportedly involved a gang of armed men who stole over Rs5 million in cash, 22 tolas of gold jewellery, and a large quantity of silver and other valuables. Police confirmed…

By Riaz Narejo DADU: Officials in Dadu convened a key session to assess the implementation of Pakistan’s National Prevention of Violent Extremism (NPVE) Policy 2024, a framework developed by the National Counter Terrorism Authority (NACTA) to curb radicalization and promote social cohesion. The meeting was chaired by Additional Deputy Commissioner-I (ADC-I) Wajahat Ghafoor and brought together government representatives, social organizations, and community leaders to review strategic objectives and operational plans. The NPVE Policy, designed to address the underlying causes of violent extremism, prioritizes human rights, community engagement, and the promotion of a positive national narrative. Participants stressed the importance of…