Independent Report
TURBAT (November 12): Deputy Commissioner Kech Yasir Iqbal Dashti has called for stronger coordination among government departments to improve municipal services, healthcare facilities and infrastructure in Turbat, while directing authorities to keep development projects on schedule.
He expressed these views during a meeting with Turbat Mayor Balkh Sher Qazi and District Health Officer Kech Dr. Abdul Rauf Baloch, where a range of civic and public health matters, including sanitation, beautification and street lighting, came under review.
Additional Deputy Commissioner Maqbool Anwar, Assistant Commissioner Buleida Najmuddin Zehri, WHO District Polio Officer Dr. Arsalan Darazai, PDMA Deputy Director Malik Rehan and other officials also participated in the meeting.
The participants discussed measures to improve the city’s appearance and civic infrastructure, with particular emphasis on expanding street lighting along major roads, intersections and other public locations. They noted that improved lighting would enhance visibility and contribute to greater safety for residents after dark.
The meeting also examined the condition and performance of government hospitals and basic health units, as well as ongoing disease-prevention, immunization and public health initiatives.
Officials provided updates on development schemes being implemented or proposed under the Public Sector Development Program (PSDP) and the Balochistan Strategic Development Initiative (BSDI).
Dashti emphasized that projects aimed at public welfare required continuous oversight, timely decision-making and effective coordination between the departments responsible for implementation.
He called for regular monitoring of development schemes to identify obstacles at an early stage and prevent avoidable delays.
The participants agreed to enhance cooperation among the district administration, Municipal Corporation and relevant government departments to improve Turbat’s infrastructure, strengthen essential services and ensure that development initiatives deliver tangible benefits to residents.
