The Standing Committee on House and Library of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Provincial Assembly convened a significant meeting in Peshawar on Friday. The session was chaired by Deputy Speaker Suraiya Bibi, who also heads this important panel.
Key Discussions on Infrastructure and Services
Committee members, including MPAs Mian Sharafat Ali and Asma Alam, received detailed briefings from various government departments. Officials from the Planning and Development, Communication and Works, and Administration departments, along with the Assembly's Estate Office and Library, were in attendance. The Special Secretary (Administration) was also present.
The agenda covered a wide range of operational and development matters. Key points of discussion included:
- The ongoing construction of a new block at the MPA Hostel.
- Concerns regarding sanitation and food quality in the assembly canteen.
- Security arrangements at the hostel premises.
- The provision of uniforms for sanitation staff.
- The implementation process for a biometric attendance system and training for relevant personnel.
- Management issues related to the State Guest House and other official residences.
Major Projects and Directives
A major revelation from the meeting was the announcement that a mega sewerage project worth Rs 14 billion is scheduled to commence within the current month. Deputy Speaker Suraiya Bibi issued clear directives to all concerned departments. She emphasized maintaining strict standards of work quality and ensuring the timely completion of all ongoing projects.
Modernizing the Assembly Library
In a separate briefing, the Assembly’s Library Section informed the committee about its modernization plans. The focus is on the digitalization and automation of library services to improve access and efficiency. A key initiative under this plan is the establishment of a new digital corner within the library, aimed at providing legislators and staff with enhanced research tools and digital resources.
The comprehensive review underscores the committee's active oversight role in improving the working and living facilities for lawmakers and ensuring the efficient use of public resources in provincial development projects.
