ISLAMABAD-UNS: The Senate Committee on Rules of Procedure and Privileges has expressed displeasure over the absence of the Federal Minister for Education and Secretary Education and decided to form a sub-committee to examine allegations concerning the Pakistan Institute of Fashion and Design (PIFD).
The committee, chaired by its chairman, reviewed several privilege motions, including one moved by Senator Bushra Anjum Butt regarding alleged non-compliance by the PIFD vice chancellor with parliamentary committee directions.
Senator Butt raised concerns about the inquiry process, alleging that teachers had faced pressure and calling for an impartial investigation. The committee approved a sub-committee comprising Senator Palwasha Muhammad Zai Khan as convener, with Senators Dost Ali Jaisar and Jan Muhammad as members. The 13 individuals who levelled allegations against Senator Butt will also be summoned.
The committee also discussed a privilege motion concerning alleged remarks by a PIMS official following Senator Palwasha Muhammad Zai Khan’s criticism of hospital facilities. Members expressed concern over cleanliness and patient care. The committee accepted PIMS’s apology and directed an unannounced hospital visit.
Another motion against Federal Minister for Communications Abdul Aleem Khan was deferred pending a response from the relevant authorities.
Regarding alleged inappropriate searches by Airports Security Force personnel at Karachi Airport, the committee directed that the concerned official and relevant officers be summoned to explain their actions.
Authorities were also instructed to arrange professional training to ensure respectful treatment of passengers.
The committee stressed fairness, accountability and improved public service delivery.
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