DC Adeel Haider Directs Officials to Strengthen Suthra Punjab Programme in Mandi Bahauddin
By Raja Muhammad Ayub
MANDI BAHAUDDIN: Deputy Commissioner Mandi Bahauddin Adeel Haider has directed all relevant departments to further improve sanitation arrangements across the district and ensure the effective implementation of the Suthra Punjab (Clean Punjab) Programme. He stressed that timely waste collection and disposal, regular monitoring of sanitation staff and prompt resolution of public complaints must remain key priorities.
The directives were issued during a review meeting held in the conference room of the Deputy Commissioner’s Office, where officials examined the implementation, overall performance and current sanitation system under the Suthra Punjab Programme.
The meeting was attended by Zulfiqar Ahmed Chaudhry, Managing Director of Suthra Punjab; Muhammad Kashif Shaheedanwali, Tehsil Manager; Assistant Commissioners from all three tehsils; Chief Officers of Municipal Committees; and other relevant officials.
Detailed Review of District Sanitation Arrangements
During the meeting, participants held a detailed review of the sanitation situation across Mandi Bahauddin district. Various aspects of the programme were discussed, including the timely collection and disposal of waste, availability of manpower, field operations and the overall execution of sanitation activities.
Officials also reviewed the performance of the existing sanitation arrangements to assess how effectively the programme was being implemented across different areas of the district.
DC Emphasises Accountability and Timely Waste Disposal
Addressing the meeting, Deputy Commissioner Adeel Haider emphasised that all relevant departments must fulfil their responsibilities diligently and ensure strict adherence to the sanitation standards established under the Suthra Punjab Programme.
He directed officials to take prompt action on public complaints and ensure the provision of a clean and healthy environment for residents.
The Deputy Commissioner further instructed that sanitation arrangements in both urban and rural areas be made more effective. He stressed the need for regular monitoring of sanitation workers’ attendance and field performance so that assigned duties are carried out properly.
He also directed the concerned departments to ensure the timely collection and disposal of waste under all circumstances, making it clear that sanitation activities must be monitored regularly.
Focus on a Cleaner Mandi Bahauddin
The meeting focused on improving coordination among the relevant departments, strengthening field operations and ensuring that sanitation services are delivered effectively throughout the district.
The directions issued by the Deputy Commissioner aim to improve the implementation of the Suthra Punjab Programme, address public concerns and maintain better cleanliness standards in both urban and rural communities of Mandi Bahauddin.
