DC Varender Lal Cracks Down on Staff Absenteeism During Surprise Visit to BHU Kot Mengal

Independent Report
NASEERABAD, June 19:
Deputy Commissioner Naseerabad Varender Lal conducted an unannounced inspection of Basic Health Unit (BHU) Kot Mengal on Friday and directed health authorities to take notice of staff absenteeism, reiterating that uninterrupted healthcare services must be ensured for residents of rural areas.
During the visit, the deputy commissioner examined the availability of medicines, patient care facilities, sanitation arrangements and the overall functioning of the health centre. He also interacted with the available staff and assessed the standard of services being provided to patients.
Expressing displeasure over the absence of doctors and paramedical personnel, Varender Lal ordered that a detailed report be submitted to the concerned higher authorities. He made it clear that negligence and unauthorized absence from duty in public healthcare institutions would not be tolerated.
The deputy commissioner observed that Basic Health Units serve as the first point of medical assistance for people living in remote and rural communities and therefore require committed and regular service from healthcare professionals.
He directed the staff to ensure prompt treatment, proper patient management and a professional approach towards public service. Any shortcomings in service delivery, he warned, would result in strict departmental action.
Varender Lal said the district administration is actively pursuing the Government of Balochistan’s agenda of improving healthcare facilities and ensuring that citizens receive quality medical services at their doorstep. He added that all available resources are being utilized to strengthen the healthcare system across the district.
The deputy commissioner further announced that surprise inspections of hospitals and other public service institutions would continue to promote accountability, improve performance and ensure better delivery of essential services to the public.