By Israr Ahmad Orakzai
KARAK: The Commissioner of Kohat Division, Syed Mutasim Billah Shah, made a surprise visit to Karak district and reviewed development schemes, government institutions and the law and order situation, during which he reprimanded officials over poor performance and ordered the immediate completion of pending projects.
During the visit, accompanied by Deputy Commissioner Karak Asad Sarwar and other officials, he inspected ongoing construction work on the Indus Highway, an anti-encroachment operation, the Karak bypass road, drainage schemes, the Government Higher Secondary School Tappi Kanda and the Women and Children Hospital.
He also examined land allocated for a trauma centre and reviewed various hospital departments, including the emergency ward, where he checked the availability of medicines, staff presence and cleanliness conditions.
The Commissioner appreciated improved performance in some areas but expressed strong displeasure over delays and negligence at several sites. He said that delays in public welfare projects, weak supervision and substandard work would not be tolerated under any circumstances.
He instructed the relevant departments to accelerate work on all ongoing development projects, including the Indus Highway.
Later, in meetings held at the Deputy Commissioner’s office, he reviewed law and order, development schemes, anti-polio campaign preparations and arrangements for Eid-ul-Azha. He directed authorities to strengthen field monitoring during the polio drive and ensure effective coordination between all departments.
