Progress on E-governance Initiatives reviewed

PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Secretary Shahab Ali Shah on Monday chaired a weekly review meeting to assess the progress of tasks assigned to various departments to enhance governance efficiency.

The meeting was attended by the Additional Chief Secretary (Home), relevant secretaries, and

officials.The Performance Management and Reforms Unit (PMRU) was directed to generate tasks on the Chief Secretary’s instructions and ensure effective tracking. A weekly update on

these tasks will be presented to the Chief Secretary to monitor progress, said a handout.

During the meeting, officials informed that the Tracking Sheet System in the Planning and Development Department has been revived to monitor the progress of development projects, ensuring their timely and efficient completion. The chief secretary emphasized strict adherence to timelines for all public interest tasks and directed the expedited approval of unapproved development schemes.

A briefing was also presented on strengthening and restructuring the Performance Management and Reforms Unit. Additionally, an update on the Paperless Government System was shared, with MD KPITB outlining its implementation plan.

The Chief Secretary instructed all departments to be fully prepared for system operationalization by April 30, aiming to enhance e-governance, improve administrative efficiency, and ensure transparency in government operations.

The meeting was informed that the E-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (E-PADS) has been launched in eight provincial departments, including Public Health Engineering, Irrigation, Communications & Works, Local Government, Health, Science & Technology, KP IT Board, and KP EZDMC.