RAWALPINDI – Commissioner Rawalpindi Division Engineer Amir Khattak has directed officials to increase the number of convenience markets (Sahulat Bazaars) in the region to provide essential items to the public at affordable prices.
He gave these instructions while chairing a meeting attended by Deputy Commissioner Hassan Waqar Cheema, Additional Commissioner Coordination Syed Nazarat Ali, Additional Deputy Commissioner (Finance and Planning) Ramisha Javed, and Chief Officer of the Municipal Corporation.
The commissioner asked all deputy commissioners to immediately get No Objection Certificates (NOCs) for the locations where the new markets are planned. He stressed that the process must be completed quickly to provide relief to citizens without delay.
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Commissioner Khattak also ordered price control magistrates to remain active in the field. “Ensure full transparency and take strict action against those responsible for artificial price hikes,” he added.
He said that providing relief to the people is the top priority of the present government, and all resources must be used to achieve this goal. During the meeting, the commissioner was also briefed on the district’s previous performance and achievements.
