Sindh’s caretaker health minister has ordered an inquiry into a viral video clip allegedly showing three individuals using illicit drugs on the campus of Dow University of Health Sciences (DUHS). Sindh's caretaker health minister has ordered an inquiry into a viral video clip allegedly showing three individuals using illicit drugs on the campus of Dow University of Health Sciences (DUHS). The vice chancellor of the university has been directed to conduct the investigation and submit a report within five days.
The video, which has also been broadcast on television channels, showed two females and a male student allegedly smoking illicit drugs in a DUHS cafeteria.
“This behaviour is deeply concerning and tarnishes the reputation of all honourable medical professionals, not just in Sindh, but throughout the country. Doctors are esteemed symbols of pride and integrity, serving as role models for our youth.
“Witnessing such actions reflects poorly on the profession as a whole. In particular, the exhibition of such behaviour occurring at Dow, widely regarded as one of Pakistan’s prestigious institutions, is shocking and demands immediate action,” says a Feb 22 letter by Health Minister Dr Saad Khalid Niaz.
The vice chancellor of the university has been directed to conduct the investigation and submit a report within five days.
The video, which has been aired on television channels as well, shows two female and one male student smoking illicit drugs in a cafeteria at DUHS.
Meanwhile, a spokesperson from DUHS has announced that the university is investigating the incident and will take appropriate action once the inquiry is concluded. “The university may take help from the law enforcement agencies if needed,” he added.
It is pertinent to mention that just recently, the provincial government announced a ban on the usage of sheesha and e-cigarettes (vape) in public places. Authorities have been directed to enforce the Prohibition of Smoking and Protection of Non-Smokers Health Ordinance 2002.
A day earlier, the health department issued a notification asking government officials to implement the 2002 ordinance on prohibition of smoking and protection of non-smokers in letter and spirit.
The Feb 21 order is sent to commissioners, the Chief Police Officer, Director General, Health Services, Sindh and Hyderabad, Chief Executive Officer of the Sindh Healthcare Commission, district health officers, deputy commissioners, and senior superintendents of police across the province.
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