By Muhammad Rehan
DERA ISMAIL KHAN: Commissioner Dera Division Dawood Khan has announced that classes at Girls Cadet College Dera Ismail Khan are expected to commence in April this year.
Speaking to the media at his office, he stated that in the first phase, 30 cadets will be admitted, with 40 percent quota allocated to students from Dera Ismail Khan. Advertisements for staff recruitment have been issued, laboratory equipment has been arranged, and furniture has already been provided. He expressed confidence that Girls Cadet College Dera will emerge as a model institution for girls of the region, emphasizing that all appointments will be made strictly on merit. Assistant to Commissioner (Political/Development) Sajjad Baloch was also present on the occasion.
The Commissioner further said that the ongoing anti-encroachment operation is being carried out in the public interest and will ultimately have a positive impact on local businesses and urban management.
He informed that the provincial cabinet has approved the establishment of Tehsil Kundi in Tank district. Likewise, the creation of Kanigrum and Shaktoi sub-tehsils in South Waziristan Upper district will soon be implemented to strengthen administrative efficiency and service delivery.
Dawood Khan added that law enforcement agencies are maintaining close coordination to ensure peace and stability, noting that sustainable peace is essential for development. He highlighted that development projects are progressing at a rapid pace across Dera Division, delivering tangible benefits to the public.
Referring to the anti-polio drive, he termed polio a serious challenge and stated that the recent campaign in Dera Division was completed successfully. He appreciated the efforts of law enforcement agencies, district administration, police, and polio teams for their coordinated role.
The Commissioner urged citizens to remain vigilant regarding ongoing development schemes and assured that there will be no compromise on transparency and quality in public projects.
