Open courts will be organised in Mardan and Swabi from November 19 to ensure the prompt and effective resolution of issues faced by women across Mardan Division.
Women Provincial Ombudsperson Rubab Mehdi, Commissioner Mardan Division Syed Muhammad Ali Shah and officers from the district administrations will participate in the open courts, where women will be able to present their complaints directly to the relevant authorities.
The decision was discussed during a meeting between Rubab Mehdi and Commissioner Syed Muhammad Ali Shah at his office. The two sides held detailed discussions on arrangements for the open courts and various issues affecting women.
It was agreed that the initiative would provide women with direct access to the authorities and help ensure timely action on their complaints. On-the-spot measures will also be taken to address their grievances.
Commissioner Syed Muhammad Ali Shah said addressing women’s issues and providing them with a dignified, safe and supportive environment was a key responsibility of the administration.
He said the open courts were intended to give women an opportunity to share their concerns directly, while enabling relevant departments to coordinate and take effective steps to resolve their problems.
Women Provincial Ombudsperson Rubab Mehdi said ensuring justice for women and protecting their rights were among the fundamental priorities of her institution.
She said the open courts would make it easier for women to approach the relevant authorities and seek solutions to their problems. She added that coordination with concerned departments would be further strengthened to improve the response to complaints.
The meeting concluded with an agreement that district administrations and the Provincial Ombudsperson’s institution would continue coordinated efforts to ensure the effective resolution of issues faced by women.