In a heartening initiative, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and the Pakistan Institute of Prosthetic and Orthotic Sciences (PIPOS) have joined forces to assist individuals with disabilities in Waziristan. The organizations have deployed a specialized team to the Physical Rehabilitation Center at Miranshah District Headquarters (DHQ) Hospital, offering vital support to those who have lost limbs due to accidents, conflict, or other challenges.
This dedicated team is crafting and fitting prosthetic arms and legs, restoring mobility, independence, and dignity to affected individuals. A poignant example is a man who, having lost both legs, now walks again with the help of prosthetics, a transformation that resonates as nothing short of miraculous.
This initiative is part of the broader Project Outreach Program, which aims to address the needs of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in the underserved regions of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s merged districts. By bringing essential rehabilitation services closer to these communities, the program is bridging gaps in accessibility and empowering those most in need.
The partnership between ICRC and PIPOS, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), underscores a shared commitment to improving the lives of PWDs. The initiative is spearheaded by Liaquat Ali Malik, Managing Director of PIPOS, and Ahmed Al Mosa, PRP Manager at ICRC. Together, they aim to deliver comprehensive prosthetic and orthotic care, mobility aids, and rehabilitation services that enable individuals to regain control of their lives.
This collaboration represents a beacon of hope for the people of Waziristan, where such services are critically needed. Through this project, ICRC and PIPOS demonstrate the transformative impact of collective action, restoring hope and enabling individuals to lead independent, fulfilling lives once again.
For those seeking assistance or information, the Physical Rehabilitation Center at Miranshah DHQ Hospital is now operational, providing prosthetic limbs, mobility aids, and rehabilitation services free of charge to individuals across the region.
