Robust LG system termed vital

Speakers underscored administrative efficacy of local government structures in resolving issues at grassroots level

LAHORE:

The Department of Sociology and Gender Studies at the University of Home Economics hosted the launch of Salman Abid's book, "The Case of Local Governments".

The event featured esteemed speakers, including Dr Shahid Muneer, Dr Faleeha Zahra Kazmi, Dr Amjad Magsi, Batool Rajput, and the author.

Addressing the audience, Dr Shahid Munir, Chairperson of PHEC, highlighted the pivotal role of local governments in Balochistan, emphasising their potential to ensure peace and development.

He advocated for the devolution of power to the local level, asserting that such a system promotes community participation in decision-making processes across Pakistan.

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Dr Munir expressed the belief that implementing local government systems in Balochistan could effectively address security concerns, contributing to the region's overall stability.

Dr Faleeha Zahra Kazmi underscored the administrative efficacy of local government structures in resolving citizen and rural population issues at the grassroots level. Commending Salman Abid's book, she noted its detailed examination of local government systems in developed countries, illustrating how such systems accelerate development work at the local level.

Author Salman Abid stressed the need for political parties to implement the Constitution of Pakistan, providing political representation to women.

Published in The Express Tribune, January 23^rd, 2024.