Sindh Local Government Board Demands Immediate Return of Government Vehicle-Notification

Directive Issued for Retrieval of Suzuki Cultus GSD-622 by Tando Jam Official:

The Sindh Local Government Board has issued a formal directive, through Notification No. SLGB/SCUG/Dir-II/GEN/2025/218 dated January 17, 2025, to address the retention of Government Vehicle No. GSD-622 Suzuki Cultus. The notification is specifically directed to Mr. Shahjehan Akbar Panhwar, who formerly served as the Chief Officer (Defunct) District Council, Hyderabad, and is currently designated as the Town Municipal Commissioner, Town Municipal Corporation, Tando Jam, District Hyderabad. The matter pertains to the non-return of the government vehicle, which remains under the possession of the addressee, despite it belonging to the Town Municipal Corporation, Tando Fazal, District Hyderabad.

The notification, supported by a prior communication from the Chairman of the Town Municipal Corporation, Tando Fazal, mandates the immediate return of the vehicle within three (3) days from the issuance of the directive. Failure to comply with this order will result in disciplinary proceedings under the applicable rules and policies governing government employees. This directive underscores the importance of adhering to administrative procedures and emphasizes the accountability of government officials in managing public assets.

By issuing this directive, the Sindh Local Government Board reinforces its commitment to ensuring proper utilization and management of government resources. This action is crucial for maintaining administrative discipline, upholding transparency, and safeguarding the efficient functioning of local government institutions in Sindh. Notification Describes;

GOVERNMENT OF SINDH
LOCAL GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENT
(SINDH LOCAL GOVERNMENT BOARD)
NO. SLGB/SCUG/Dir-II/GEN/2025/218
Karachi, dated the 17 JAN 2025

Mr. Shahjehan Akbar Panhwar,
Then Chief Officer (Defunct) District Council, Hyderabad,
Now Town Municipal Commissioner,
Town Municipal Corporation, Tando Jam,
District Hyderabad.

Subject :-       RETURN OF GOVERNMENT VEHICLE NO. GSD-622 SUZUKI CULTUS.

       Enclosed herewith copy of letter issued by the Chairman, Town Municipal Corporation, Tando Fazal, District Hyderabad No. TMC/TF/HYD/ADMN/591/2024 dated 24.12.2024 regarding not returning of Government Vehicle NO. GSD-622 Suzuki Cultus of (Defunct) District Council, Hyderabad.

          You are hereby directed to hand over the Government Vehicle to the Chairman, Town Municipal Corporation, Tando Fazal District Hyderabad within three (03) days, under intimation to this office otherwise disciplinary action will be taken against you under relevant Rules & Policy.

DIRECTOR-II
SINDH LOCAL GOVERNMENT BOARD

Conclusion:

The directive issued by the Sindh Local Government Board regarding the return of Government Vehicle No. GSD-622 Suzuki Cultus is a significant step towards enforcing administrative discipline and accountability. Addressed to Mr. Shahjehan Akbar Panhwar, the order highlights the criticality of returning government-owned assets to their rightful administrative entity to ensure seamless governance. The directive, backed by prior communication from the Chairman of the Town Municipal Corporation, Tando Fazal, serves as a reminder of the responsibilities entrusted to government officials in managing public resources.

The three-day timeline for compliance underlines the urgency of the matter and reflects the board’s determination to uphold institutional integrity. Non-compliance, as explicitly stated, will attract disciplinary action in accordance with the established rules and policies, reinforcing the government’s zero-tolerance stance towards the misuse of public assets. Such measures play a pivotal role in fostering a culture of transparency, responsibility, and professionalism within local government departments. They also ensure the optimal use of resources, which is vital for delivering efficient services to the public. By addressing this issue proactively, the Sindh Local Government Board reaffirms its commitment to good governance, accountability, and the effective functioning of municipal bodies across the province. This directive sets a precedent for addressing similar cases in the future, ensuring the adherence of government officials to their duties and responsibilities.

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