In a significant push to improve public health outcomes, a major awareness seminar was successfully convened in Vehari. The event, centered on transforming social attitudes, was organized by the Health and Population Department under the Punjab Family Planning Programme.
Key Officials Emphasize Government Priority
The seminar, held at the District Council Hall, saw high-level participation. MPA Mian Saqib Khurshid attended as the chief guest, while Assistant Commissioner Vehari Anum Akram presided over the proceedings. In his address, MPA Khurshid underscored that healthy families form the bedrock of a prosperous society, reaffirming that family planning remains a top priority for the Punjab Government.
AC Anum Akram highlighted the critical need for awareness campaigns at the grassroots level. She pointed out that rural areas require particular focus and pledged complete administrative support to ensure the message reaches every corner of the district.
Core Themes: Health, Spacing, and Community Role
The discussions at the seminar covered several vital public health issues. The primary focus was on family planning, maternal and child health, and reducing mortality rates. A core mechanism discussed was achieving social behavior change through community engagement and stakeholder responsibility.
District Population Welfare Officer Ghufran Hussain Sadiq provided expert insight, stressing the dual importance of balanced family size and the health benefits of maintaining a minimum three-year gap between births.
Broad-Based Participation and Recognition
The event concluded with a ceremony to recognize contributing officers. Shields were distributed to acknowledge their efforts. The seminar boasted notable attendance from a wide array of departments and organizations, demonstrating a unified district approach.
Key participants included:
- Chief Officer District Council, Mr. Syed Noman Shah, who was specially highlighted for his active role.
- DHO Dr. Muhammad Fazil and DHO Dr. Ahmad Nawaz.
- DEO Elementary Andaleeb Asghar.
- DDPR Mian Naim Asim.
- Additional Director Livestock Dr. Mohsin Ali.
- Deputy Director Social Welfare Rai Abdul Shakoor.
- Assistant Director Environmental Protection Qurratul Ain.
- Representatives from various NGOs and other relevant departments.
In a targeted welfare initiative, minority cards were also distributed among Christian families during the event, ensuring inclusivity in the government's health and population services.
