Shah chairs meeting on C&W dept good governance initiatives
DLP Report
PESHAWAR
Chief Secretary Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Shahab Ali Shah has emphasized the need for adopting modern technology in the construction sector to meet contemporary demands and improve departmental efficiency.
He was chairing a high-level meeting of the Communication and Works (C&W) Department to review ongoing good governance initiatives, a handout said.
The statement said that the meeting was attended by Secretary C&W and other concerned officials.
A detailed briefing was given on the establishment of the Strategic Planning, Design and Supervision Unit (SPDSU) aimed at enhancing the department’s technical capabilities.
The unit, a key priority under the KP government’s Good Governance Roadmap, will help improve project planning and execution, reduce costs, promote transparency, and encourage the use of modern construction technology.
Various models for setting up the unit were discussed during the session.
The meeting also reviewed the pilot project of introducing light gauge structures in public construction. Initially, eight schools across five districts have been selected for this initiative. These schools, officials said, will be completed in one-third less time and will have a life span of up to 50 years.
In a major digital shift, the C&W Department has fully migrated to e-PADs, an e-procurement system where bid submission, call deposits, and work evaluations are now done online—ensuring greater transparency.
Additionally, the Road Asset Management System has been activated to inspect and analyze road infrastructure more efficiently.
Chief Secretary Shahab Ali Shah said the implementation of modern technology and good governance measures will significantly enhance the performance of the C&W Department.
