PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Local Government and Rural Development Department, in collaboration with UNICEF, on Tuesday launched a pilot project aimed at ensuring the sustainable operation of Integrated Resource and Recovery Centres (IRRCs) in Kohat and Haripur.
The launching ceremony was attended by Special Assistant to the Chief Minister on Information and Public Relations, Shafiullah Jan, senior officials of the Local Government Department, representatives of UNICEF and other relevant stakeholders.
Addressing the event, Shafi Jan said the world was rapidly transitioning towards modern, circular solid waste management systems. He noted that China plans to recycle and reuse nearly 480 million tonnes of solid waste annually by 2030, demonstrating how waste can be transformed into an economic resource through strategic planning, technology and innovation.
He said that in Pakistan as well, effective solid waste recycling has the potential to significantly reduce environmental pollution while generating sustainable revenue. However, he observed that the lack of continuity in development initiatives has remained a key challenge, often limiting the long-term impact of public sector projects.
The chief minister’s aide emphasized that policy continuity in governance has been a persistent issue across successive governments and requires sustained and focused attention to achieve meaningful results.
