GWADAR/ORMARA | Assistant Commissioner Ormara Dr. Mahnoor Barkat has stressed the need for effective drainage and wastewater management to protect public health and the coastal environment.
Dr. Mahnoor Barkat inspects coastal area following public complaints, reviews sewage contamination and potential health risks; calls for coordinated remedial measures
Acting on public complaints, she visited the affected coastal area alongside Chief Officer Mandost and local community representatives to inspect stagnant wastewater, inadequate drainage facilities and reported mixing of industrial effluent with sewage.
During the inspection, Dr. Barkat assessed potential health risks to residents, including skin infections and waterborne diseases, arising from contaminated water.
She emphasized three priority measures: improving drainage infrastructure, ensuring safe disposal of contaminated wastewater and strengthening coordination among relevant departments to prevent further pollution.
The assistant commissioner also called for community participation in environmental protection efforts and urged the concerned authorities to work with local representatives on practical solutions.
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She said protecting residents from wastewater-related health hazards and maintaining a clean coastal environment required timely and coordinated action.
