Sahiwal News

SAHIWAL – In a major financial milestone, the local government bodies of Sahiwal Division have successfully recovered hundreds of millions of rupees in government revenue under building and land conversion fees for the fiscal year 2025-26. To honor this outstanding performance, Commissioner Sahiwal Division, Dr. Asif Tufail , hosted a special commendation ceremony at the Commissioner's Office, awarding shields to the dedicated officers and staff of the Municipal Corporation, District Councils, and Municipal Committees. Record-Breaking Revenue Breakdown According to the official data released for FY 2025-26, local bodies across the three districts of the division demonstrated exceptional efficiency in fee collection. The recovery breakdown stands as follows: Local Government Body Amount Recovered (PKR) Municipal Corporation Sahiwal 340 Million (34 Crore) District Council Sahiwal 170 Million (17 Crore) District Council Okara Over 128.4 Million (12 Crore 84 Lakh 83 Thousand) Municipa...

Sahiwal — The Board of Governors and Finance Committee of the Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Sahiwal met this week. Sahiwal Division Commissioner Dr. Asif Tufail chaired the meeting. The board approved its annual budget for the fiscal year. Board Secretary Ghulam Hussain Bhatti attended. So did Controller of Examinations Dr. Rana Naveed Azmat, along with other senior officials. Modernizing Office Operations The meeting focused on bringing the board's office work up to modern standards. Officials reviewed three main areas: Paperless system. The board wants to run its paperless working system more effectively at the office. One-window operation. This service helps students get things done without running from desk to desk. Officials discussed ways to speed it up. Certificate printing. The board plans to modernize how it prints degrees and academic certificates, so students get them on time and without errors. Commissioner's Directives...

SAHIWAL — In a swift operation, the Yousafwala Police have tracked down and arrested four suspects involved in assaulting a citizen and circulating the video of the incident on social media. According to a police spokesperson, the operation was conducted under the direct orders of District Police Officer (DPO) Sahiwal, Muhammad Usman Tipu. The police utilized modern technology and human intelligence to successfully trace and apprehend the individuals. Key Highlights of the Incident The Crime: The suspects brutally assaulted a citizen of Chak 79/5L Sahiwal and recorded the act, later uploading the footage to social media platforms. The Arrest: Yousafwala Police acted promptly using advanced tracking methods to locate the culprits. Current Status: A formal case has been registered against the suspects. Further investigation is underway to ensure they face strict legal consequences. Zero Tolerance for Vigilantism DPO Sahiwal Muhammad Usman Tipu issued a ster...

CHICHAWATNI (Special Representative) — A horrifying shooting incident triggered by a deep-seated grudge and a petty dispute has claimed the life of a citizen outside a mosque in Chak 36/12-L, within the jurisdiction of the Sadar Chichawatni Police Station. The victim was brutally targeted just as he was exiting the premises after offering his prayers. District Police Officer (DPO) Sahiwal, Muhammad Usman Tipu, took immediate notice of the incident and ordered the swift apprehension of the suspect. Acting promptly, the police successfully arrested the accused and recovered the weapon used in the crime. Incident Details and Background According to preliminary police investigations, the victim, identified as Zafar Iqbal (by caste Rajput), and the suspect, 22-year-old Khubaib, son of Abdul Majeed, were both residents of the same village, Chak 36/12-L. A few days prior, a heated argument had broken out between the two over a minor issue, leading the suspect to harbor a deep resentment...

SAHIWAL (Special Correspondent): Director General of Agriculture (Extension) Punjab, Chaudhry Abdul Hameed, conducted a detailed visit to the Sahiwal district, where he chaired a high-level meeting with the officers and field staff of the Agriculture (Extension) Department. The meeting featured a comprehensive review of cotton crop monitoring, the physical verification of the Green Tractor Scheme, Kissan Card recoveries, and other ongoing agricultural initiatives. The Director General expressed overall satisfaction with the progress of these departmental activities. On-Site Inspection of Cotton Crops Immediately following the meeting, DG Agriculture Punjab Chaudhry Abdul Hameed visited Kameer 120/9L to inspect the cotton crop on-site. He was accompanied by: Chaudhry Shahbaz Akhtar (Director of Agriculture) Dr. Tahir Javed (Deputy Director) Dr. Muhammad Aslam (Assistant Director) Irfan Shad , alongside other dedicated field staff. During his field vi...

SAHIWAL (Bureau Report) — Deputy Commissioner Sahiwal, Captain (R) Samiullah Farooq, has stated that providing basic amenities to the public is the top priority of the Punjab government. He emphasized that the Rescue 1122 funeral ambulance service is a crucial step toward providing immediate and dignified assistance to citizens in their times of grief. He expressed these views while addressing the formal inauguration ceremony of the Rescue 1122 Funeral Ambulance Service held at the Sahiwal Teaching Hospital. Distinguished Attendees The prestigious ceremony was attended by prominent figures and key officials of Sahiwal, including: Professor Dr. Muhammad Tahir (Principal, Sahiwal Teaching Hospital) Dr. Faisal Waheed (Medical Superintendent) Dr. Khalid Abdullah (District Emergency Officer, Rescue 1122) High-ranking officials from the Health Department and Rescue 1122, media representatives, and notable citizens. Public Welfare and the CM Punjab's V...

SAHIWAL: In line with the strict directives of District Police Officer (DPO) Sahiwal, Muhammad Usman Tipu, a district-wide crackdown against drug trafficking is underway. Sahiwal Police launched two separate successful operations, arresting two notorious drug dealers and recovering a total of 3,700 grams (nearly 4 kg) of hashish (chars). Operation 1: Chichawatni Police Arrest Notorious Dealer’s Brother Under the supervision of Station House Officer (SHO) Amjad Hussain, a police team from the Chichawatni Sadar Police Station conducted a raid at Chak 110/7R. The operation resulted in the successful apprehension of Nasir Shah , the brother of a notorious local drug lord, Asif Shah. Police recovered 1,900 grams of hashish from Nasir Shah's possession. A formal case has been registered against the suspect, and further legal proceedings have been initiated. Operation 2: Noor Shah Police Apprehend Another Suspect In a parallel development, the Noor Shah Police Station targeted...

SAHIWAL — In a alarming string of events, four young schoolgirls—including two biological sisters—were abducted from different areas within the jurisdiction of Sahiwal police. Following immediate tracking and swift raids, law enforcement officials successfully rescued one of the girls and apprehended four suspects, while a manhunt remains underway for the remaining culprits. According to police sources, the abductions took place across three separate incidents: Incident 1: Two Sisters Abducted on Way to Madrassa The first incident occurred in Bhutto Nagar, within the limits of the Farid Town Police Station . Two daughters of a local milk vendor—identified as 16-year-old (R) and her 9-year-old sister (F)—were walking to a religious seminary (madrassa) to study the Holy Quran. Along the way, unidentified armed men intercepted the young sisters, forced them into a vehicle at gunpoint, and fled the scene. Incident 2: Dawn House Invasion The second kidnapping was reported in Chak 8...

SAHIWAL (Web Desk) – In observance of International Albinism Awareness Day, various seminars and awareness activities were organized across Pakistan, aligning with global events. This day was established by the United Nations in 2014 to safeguard the rights of individuals with this hereditary condition and to foster public understanding. Marking the occasion, a high-level delegation from the Pakistan Albinism Society (Sahiwal Division) held a crucial consultative meeting with Ms. Muluka-Anne Miti-Drummond, the UN Independent Expert on Albinism, and Mr. Abou Jeng, Human Rights Officer. The delegation was led by community representative Syed Ali Tahir, alongside members Syed Zeeshan Haider, Syed Murtaza, and Syed Mukarram Raza. Comprehensive Policy Document Presented During the meeting, the delegation presented a comprehensive policy document outlining the social, educational, medical, and economic challenges faced by the albinism community in Pakistan. Speaking on the occasion, th...

SAHIWAL (Report): A 14-year-old 9th-grade student was allegedly abducted at gunpoint in Chak 128/9-L after her family rejected a marriage proposal. Police acted swiftly, arresting three suspects involved in the incident, while raids are underway to safely recover the minor girl. According to sources, the suspect, Mumtaz Khan, had approached Naseem Akhtar, a widow residing in Chak 128/9-L, seeking the hand of her daughter, Iqra Shahzadi , in marriage. Akhtar declined the proposal, citing that her daughter was a minor at just 14 years old, which reportedly infuriated the suspects. The following day, Mumtaz Khan—accompanied by his daughter Komal and sons Hassan Sardar and Sikandar—arrived at the scene in a white Suzuki Bolan (Carry Dabba). Armed with weapons, the group forcefully abducted Iqra Shahzadi at gunpoint and fled the area. Following the incident, the Dera Rahim Police Station registered a case under Section 363 of the Pakistan Penal Code (PPC) on the complaint of the victim...