DC Takes Notice of Garbage Piles in Kasur CityCleanliness concerns raised near shrine despite “Suthra Punjab” campaign

By Farzana Chaudhry | Kasur, Pakistan
KASUR: Acting on public complaints regarding heaps of garbage in parts of the city, Deputy Commissioner Muhammad Asif Raza has taken notice of sanitation issues reported near Railway Road Kasur.
According to residents, while the main roads are being cleaned under the “Suthra Punjab” initiative launched by Maryam Nawaz, Chief Minister of Punjab, inner-city areas remain neglected with piles of garbage visible at several locations.
A particularly alarming situation has been reported near Shrine of Hazrat Baba Bulleh Shah, where garbage has accumulated just a few yards away from the shrine. Citizens and pilgrims visiting the shrine from different areas have expressed serious concern over the unhygienic conditions.
Local shopkeepers and residents said that sanitation staff have not visited the site for several days. They added that drains in the area are blocked and a foul smell has spread, increasing the risk of infectious diseases. Pilgrims termed the situation embarrassing and said the presence of garbage near the shrine raises questions about the performance of the district administration.
Citizens have demanded immediate action from the district authorities to remove the garbage and ensure proper sanitation facilities in the area.
DC Reviews Beautification and Development Projects
Meanwhile, an important meeting was held under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner Muhammad Asif Raza to review ongoing beautification and development projects across the district.
During the meeting, officials presented detailed briefings on progress related to several public projects, including parks, memorial sites, and recreational facilities. Projects discussed included development work at Kanganpur Park, Chunian Park, Munir Shaheed Park, Steel Bagh Park, Legend of Kasur Wall, Jjal Kalan Sports Park, Pattoki Food Street, Kot Radha Kishan Ladies Park, Khadian Park, Bab-e-Kasur, the Bypass Monument, and educational institutions including DPS campuses in Kasur, Allahabad, and Pattoki.
Addressing the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner said beautification of the district and improvement of public facilities are key priorities of the provincial government. He directed the concerned departments to complete all projects within the stipulated timeframe so citizens could benefit from better recreational and social facilities.
He also emphasized ensuring quality construction, effective landscaping, tree plantation, and the provision of a safe and comfortable environment in parks and public spaces. The DC further directed all institutions to maintain transparency and coordination to ensure the timely completion of development projects aimed at making Kasur a more attractive and developed district.