The Minister for Labour, Faisal Khan Tarakai, officially chaired the 87th meeting of the Governing Body (GB) of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Employees Social Security Institution (ESSI)

The Minister for Labour, Faisal Khan Tarakai, officially chaired the 87th meeting of the Governing Body (GB) of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Employees Social Security Institution (ESSI), where he underscored a commitment to revolutionizing healthcare and administrative transparency for the province’s workforce. The session commenced with the formal confirmation of the minutes from the 86th Governing Body meeting, setting a foundation for the new strategic directives aimed at expanding the institution’s operational reach.
In a significant move to enhance patient convenience, the chair approved the opening of dedicated medical stores within the premises of existing Medicare centers and the Polyclinic in Peshawar, ensuring that laborers have immediate access to essential medicines. Furthering the expansion of the healthcare network, the meeting saw the formal approval for the establishment of a new Medicare center in District Swabi, a move designed to provide localized medical support to the region’s industrial hub. These infrastructure developments were coupled with a comprehensive review of procurement needs, specifically focusing on the acquisition of modern medical equipment and a new fleet of ambulances to upgrade the emergency response capabilities of KP ESSI.
To ensure the highest standards of fiscal responsibility, the body also moved to amend the audit process of ESSI accounts, proposing that all future financial evaluations be conducted through the Auditor General of Pakistan.
The meeting featured active participation from Governing Body member Muhammad Iqbal, who presented various suggestions to optimize institutional efficiency. Minister Faisal Khan Tarakai concluded the session by reiterating that the provincial government remains dedicated to providing high-quality care facilities and a transparent, accountable framework that prioritizes the dignity and well-being of the labor community.