In a proactive move to bolster the district's resilience, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shaheed Benazirabad, Abdul Samad Nizamani, led a comprehensive review meeting focused on disaster preparedness. The session aimed to scrutinize the readiness of all relevant departments and enhance inter-departmental coordination to tackle any potential emergency effectively.
Emphasis on Coordination and Timely Response
Addressing the officials, DC Nizamani underscored that close coordination, timely response, and complete harmony among all departments are non-negotiable elements for managing natural disasters, accidents, and other crises. He issued clear directives to rescue services, health authorities, police, and other concerned institutions to further strengthen their preparedness and ensure the regular implementation of emergency plans.
Mock Emergency Drill Announced for Bilawal Sports Complex
During the briefing, RF Dr. Kaneish informed the participants that, on the directives of the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), an emergency drill will be conducted in the Shaheed Benazirabad district. This exercise, organized in collaboration with all relevant departments, is designed to assess the district's preparedness for natural disasters.
Dr. Kaneish explained that the drill will evaluate the available resources, manpower, and equipment of key institutions including Rescue 1122, the Health Department, and the police. The primary goal is to keep the communication and response system active for immediate action during an actual emergency. The mock exercise will be held at the Bilawal Sports Complex.
DC Appoints Focal Person, Demands Full Cooperation
DC Abdul Samad Nizamani instructed all concerned officers to provide their full cooperation for the PDMA-organized drill. To ensure seamless execution, District Health Officer Dr. Mudassar Hussain was appointed as the focal person for this critical initiative.
The meeting saw participation from a wide array of senior officials, demonstrating a unified approach to disaster management. Attendees included:
- MS Dr. Yar Ali Jamali
- In-charge Rescue 1122, Engineer Abdul Mannan
- District Manager SIEHS, Aqsa Jamali
- DSP Police Akhtar Samo
- Officers from other relevant departments
This concerted effort highlights the district administration's commitment to safeguarding citizens through rigorous planning and collaborative action.
