Commissioner orders immediate identification of land for new Hayatabad cemetery

PESHAWAR, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 15th Mar, 2026) Commissioner, Riaz Khan Mehsud Sunday directed relevant authorities to urgently identify land for a new cemetery to serve the residents of Hayatabad.

The decision follows a recent visit to the area, where local citizens informed Commissioner that existing burial grounds have reached full capacity, forcing families to travel to distant locations to bury their deceased.

In response to these concerns, Riaz Khan Mehsud convened a high-level meeting attended by Director of Land, Peshawar Development Authority (PDA), Assistant Commissioner of Matani, and various revenue officials to coordinate a swift resolution.

During the meeting, Commissioner directed District Administration and PDA to scout suitable sites in nearby areas of Achini Bala and Sango.

He set a strict one-week deadline for agencies to submit a comprehensive report after fulfilling all necessary legal and administrative requirements.

Once the land is finalized, PDA is tasked with constructing a protective boundary wall and ensuring provision of essential facilities on-site. He reaffirmed government's commitment to prioritizing public welfare, stating that all available resources will be utilized to provide basic necessities and resolve pressing issues faced by citizens.