Assistant Commissioner Shah Bahram inspects educational institutions in Lower South Waziristan to assess building safety and protect students and teachers.
WANA: The district administration of Lower South Waziristan has launched technical inspections of government and private school buildings to ensure a safe learning environment for students and teachers.
Acting on the directives of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provincial government, the chief secretary and Deputy Commissioner of Lower South Waziristan, Musarrat Zaman, Assistant Commissioner Wana Shah Bahram visited several educational institutions along with officials from relevant departments to assess the structural condition of their buildings.
The visits were part of an ongoing structural safety audit aimed at identifying potential hazards and ensuring the safety of students and teaching staff.
The inspection team included Naib Tehsildar Zaman Khan Wazir, sub-engineers from the Communication and Works (C&W) Department and the Irrigation Department, as well as an Assistant Sub-Divisional Education Officer (ASDEO).
The team inspected several institutions, including Government High School Wana, Unique Cadet School, Islamic School and College, International Islamic Public School, Government Girls Primary School, Government Primary School and Wana Model School and College.
During the inspections, officials examined the overall condition of the buildings, focusing on the strength of walls, roofs, pillars, floors and other structural components. Potential cracks, construction defects and other safety concerns were also assessed.
Relevant departments were directed to review any identified issues promptly and take necessary corrective measures to address potential risks.
According to the district administration, the technical inspections will help identify structural hazards at an early stage and strengthen safety measures across educational institutions. The initiative is also expected to improve parental confidence and support the continuity of educational activities in the area.
The administration has emphasized that ensuring the structural safety of school buildings is essential for providing a secure learning environment and promoting education in Lower South Waziristan.
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