A delegation from the Pakistan Nuclear Regulatory Authority (PNRA), led by Muhammad Qayyum Khan, DG (I&E), met with Sindh Chief Secretary Syed Asif Hyder Shah on Tuesday. The delegation, which included Hafiz Muhammad ZubairArif, Director RNSD-III, and Muhammad Nadeem, Head RSD AsadMehmood Akhtar, briefed the Chief Secretary on various matters.
The meeting focused on strengthening coordination among relevant agencies and was attended by several senior officials, including Commissioner Karachi Syed Hasan Naqvi, Home Secretary Muhammad Iqbal Memon, Secretary Rehabilitation, Director General Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), DG Rescue 1122, DG SEPA, and Deputy Commissioner Keamari, among others.
The PNRA delegation provided a comprehensive overview of their ongoing regulatory activities, emphasizing the importance of maintaining high safety standards and effective coordination among all involved entities.
They discussed the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and other safety protocols developed in accordance with international standards. Chief Secretary Sindh, Syed Asif Hyder Shah, commended the PNRA for its diligent efforts in regulating nuclear safety across the province. He emphasized the need for continuous collaboration between the PNRA, district administration, and Rescue 1122 to ensure seamless operations.
He directed the Commissioner Karachi, Deputy Commissioner Keamari, and PDMA officials to strengthen their cooperative efforts and enhance communication and coordination among all relevant agencies. The Chief Secretary also highlighted the importance of ongoing training and awareness programs for Rescue 1122 and district administration staff.
He instructed the PNRA to organize these training sessions to ensure that all personnel are fully equipped with the necessary knowledge and resources to maintain high safety and operational standards across the board.
