FIA Faisalabad Cracks Down on Power Theft

FIA Faisalabad has taken strict action against 13 individuals involved in power theft within its jurisdiction. The agency initiated investigations by seizing materials used in electricity theft. Cases were registered against the culprits, including Muhammad Kamran, Abid Ehsan, Faisal Mehmood, and Nasir Ali, who were found stealing electricity through methods such as tampering with electricity meters and direct tapping from power lines.

On Wednesday, Faisalabad observed Labor Day with various labor organizations and NGOs organizing rallies and seminars to commemorate the day. The event aimed to raise awareness about the fundamental rights of workers and honor those who sacrificed their lives in Chicago in 1886 for labor rights.

Divisional Commissioner Madam Silwat Saeed highlighted the government's efforts to improve the welfare of laborers, emphasizing the implementation of strategies to enhance the living standards of marginalized communities. District Vigilance Committees are actively monitoring labor welfare initiatives, focusing on ensuring fair wages, healthcare, and education for workers and their families.

Addressing a rally, Khalid Mehmood Chaudhry, Chief Organizer of Railway Praim Union, stressed the government's responsibility to address labor issues and provide essential amenities to workers. He was joined by other union representatives, including Noor-ud-Din, Tanvir Ahmad, Sajid Imran, and Muhammad Kashif, in advocating for labor rights.

The crackdown on power theft and the celebration of Labor Day in Faisalabad underscore the ongoing efforts to protect workers' rights and improve their quality of life. The government's commitment to eradicating child and bonded labor reflects a positive step towards creating a more equitable society.