Deputy Commissioner Afaq Wazir reviews beautification work in historic Peshawar markets and inspects the ongoing anti-encroachment operation on Circular Road.
PESHAWAR: Deputy Commissioner Peshawar Afaq Wazir visited several historic markets in the city’s inner areas late at night to review progress on the ongoing beautification project and inspect efforts to remove illegal encroachments along Circular Road.
During the visit, Wazir toured prominent commercial areas, including Ghanta Ghar, Meena Bazaar, Kochi Bazaar and adjoining markets. Relevant officials briefed him on various aspects of the beautification initiative, including improvements to the appearance of the old city, renovation of markets and efforts to enhance civic facilities.
The deputy commissioner described the beautification project as an important initiative aimed at restoring Peshawar’s historic identity and providing residents with a cleaner, more attractive and improved urban environment.
He directed the concerned departments to ensure that all development work under the project was completed within the stipulated timeframe and maintained high standards of quality.
Wazir also stressed the importance of preserving the traditional character and original architectural appeal of the historic markets while making them more attractive for residents, traders and visitors.
He said improvements to the old city’s commercial centres should respect their historical significance while providing a better environment for people who visit and conduct business in the area.
Following the market inspections, the deputy commissioner visited Circular Road to review the ongoing anti-encroachment operation.
He directed the relevant officials to ensure that roads, footpaths and public passageways remained free of illegal encroachments. He also instructed them to continue indiscriminate action against unauthorised structures and encroachments obstructing pedestrian movement and disrupting the flow of traffic.
The deputy commissioner emphasised that the district administration’s objective was not limited to removing encroachments but also included making Peshawar a better-organised, cleaner, more attractive and public-friendly city.
He urged residents and traders to cooperate with the administration and fulfil their responsibilities in supporting efforts to improve the city’s urban environment.
The visit covered both the ongoing beautification work in the historic commercial districts and enforcement measures on Circular Road, reflecting the administration’s focus on improving public spaces while maintaining the traditional identity of Peshawar’s old city.
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