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About District Abbottabad

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The district is named after Major James Abbott, the first deputy commissioner of Hazara (1849–1853). During British rule Abbottabad became the capital of Hazara division, which was named after and contained the Hazara valley, a small valley in the outermost Himalayas, between the Indus in the west and Kashmir in the east. Abbottabad is a district in the North-West Frontier Province of Pakistan. The district covers an area of 1,969 km with the city of Abbottabad being the principal town of this district. Neighbouring districts are Mansehra to the north, Muzaffarabad to the east, Haripur to the west, and Rawalpindi to the south. Abbottabad, the headquarters of Hazara Division, situated at an altitude of 1,225 m (4002 ft) above sea level and surrounded by refreshing green hills of Sarban, is one of the best-known hill resorts of Pakistan. It is situated on the Karakoram Highway (Silk Route) to China, 120 Km from Rawalpindi/Islamabad and 205 Km from Peshawar. The climate is temperate with 4 distinct seasons-springs, summer, autumn and winter. The summer is pleasant while the winter is moderately cold with occasional snowfall.

The main tribes are the Abbasies, Tanolis, Awans, Rajputs, Jadoons, Qureshis, Karlals, Sheikhs, and the Syeds. Abbottabad is a small neat and clean town in spacious valleys surrounded by green hills. It is a popular summer resort, located at the end of Murree-Abbottabad hill tract, noted for its verdant parks, gardens, golf course and pine covered hills. Major Bazars of the area include Sarban chowk, Ghaniadda bazar, and Cantt plaza. Abbottabad is blessed with many natural resources. It is especially famous for the production of agricultural products, mining, tourism, industries of various products, and dependence on natural resources. All these produce play an important role in economic uplift of the people of Abbottabad.Some of the minerals mined within the district are barite, dolomite, granite, gypsum, limestone, magnesite, marble, phosphate, red ochre and red oxide.

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Deputy Commissioner Abbottabad

Dear Residents of Abbottabad, Assalam-o-Alaikum! It is my honor to serve as the Deputy Commissioner of the District of Abbottabad, a region renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and vibrant community. Our district is a gem of Khyb...

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Dear Residents of Abbottabad,

Assalam-o-Alaikum!

It is my honor to serve as the Deputy Commissioner of the District of Abbottabad, a region renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and vibrant community. Our district is a gem of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and it's our collective duty to foster its growth and prosperity while preserving its natural beauty and cultural integrity.

We are committed to ensuring that our district thrives through transparent governance, effective public services, and sustainable development initiatives. Below are some areas we are focusing on to enhance the lives of our citizens:

Enhanced Infrastructure: We are working on upgrading our infrastructure, including roads, public transportation, and healthcare facilities, to support the growing needs of our community.
Education and Youth Empowerment: Improving educational institutions and creating opportunities for our youth is a priority. We aim to equip our young generation with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the modern world.
Public Safety: Ensuring the safety and security of our residents is paramount. We are enhancing our law enforcement capabilities and emergency response systems to make Abbottabad a safer place for everyone.
Environmental Conservation: Abbottabad's natural beauty is one of its greatest assets. We are implementing environmental conservation projects to preserve our forests, wildlife, and natural resources for future generations.
Economic Development: We are fostering a business-friendly environment to attract investment and create job opportunities, driving economic growth and improving the standard of living for all our residents.

Your active participation and feedback are crucial to our success. We encourage you to engage with us, share your ideas, and join us in our mission to make Abbottabad a shining example of progress and harmony.

Thank you for your continued support and cooperation. Together, we will ensure that Abbottabad remains a place we can all be proud of.

Warm regards,

Captin (R) Sarmad Saleem Irkam, Deputy Commissioner District Abbottabad

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About Abbottabad

Abbottabad is known as city of Pines having lush green hill tops with waiving trees and admirable breeze. District Administration is utilizing all its resources for development and betterment of the district. Our aim is to privde maximum relief to the general public thorugh good governance and justice by collaborating with all line departments. All citizens and travelers are requested to contact with District Administration Abbottabad for complaints or valuable suggestion.....

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Designation	Contact / Extension	Email Address
Commissioner Hazara Division	+92-992-9310444 / +92-992-9310111, +92-992-9310222
Deputy Commissioner, Abbottabad	+92-992-9310200 / 201, 204	depcomabbottabad@gmail.com
Additional Deputy Commissioner, Abbottabad	+92-992-9310207 / +92-992-331751	adcabbottabad007@gmail.com
Assistant Commissioner, Abbottabad	+92-992-9310203 / +92-992-342226	acabbottabad786@gmail.com
ADC Finance & Planning	+92-992-9310338 / +92-992-9310337
District Education Officer- Male, E&SE; Abbottabad	+92-992-9310102
Assistant to Commissioner (Rev/GA)	+92-992-9310461
Commissioner Secretariate, Hazara Division Abbottabad	+92-992-9310265
Assistant Director Local Government & Rural Development Department Abbottabad	+92-992-9310249
Assistant Director Industries/ CPC	+92-992-9310329
District Food Controller, Food Department Abbottabad	+92-992-9310326
District Sports Officer Abbottabad	+92-992-9310224
Executive Engineer, C&W Department Abbottabad	+92-992-9310242
District Officer Social Welfare Department, Abbottabad	+92-992-9310432
District Health Officer Abbottabad	+92-992-9310192
Medical Superintendent BBST/ DHQ Hospital	+92-992-9310191

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			Battagram
Charsadda	Charsadda City	Chitral	D.I Khan
Dir lower	Dir Upper	Dir Upper	Hangu
Haripur City	Karak	Karak	Khyber Agency
Malakand Division	Mansehra	Mardan	Nowshera
Peshawar	Shangla	SOUTH WAZIRISTAN UPPER	Swabi
Swat	Tank

About District Abbottabad

Deputy Commissioner Abbottabad

About Abbottabad

Rules

Latest News

معذور افراد اور ڈرگ ایڈیکٹس کے لیے اقدامات

ڈپٹی کمشنر آفس ایبٹ آباد میں ملازمت کے مواقع

سرکاری نرخ نامہ

ایبٹ آباد میں ایم ڈی کیٹ 2025 کے شفاف و پرامن انعقاد کے لیے انتظامات

نوتعینات ڈپٹی کمشنر ایبٹ آباد کیپٹن ریٹائرڈ سرمد سلیم اکرم نے اپنے عہدے کا چارج سنھبال لیا

وزیراعلیٰ خیبر پختونخواہ کا عوامی ایجنڈا (گُڈ گورننس- عوام دوست اقدامات)

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معذور افراد اور ڈرگ ایڈیکٹس کے لیے اقدامات

ڈپٹی کمشنر آفس ایبٹ آباد میں ملازمت کے مواقع

سرکاری نرخ نامہ

ایبٹ آباد میں ایم ڈی کیٹ 2025 کے شفاف و پرامن انعقاد کے لیے انتظامات

نوتعینات ڈپٹی کمشنر ایبٹ آباد کیپٹن ریٹائرڈ سرمد سلیم اکرم نے اپنے عہدے کا چارج سنھبال لیا

وزیراعلیٰ خیبر پختونخواہ کا عوامی ایجنڈا (گُڈ گورننس- عوام دوست اقدامات)

Meeting of District Price Review Committee