Candid with DC Islamabad Hamza Shafqaat | 012 | TBT

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In conversation with DC Islamabad, Hamza Shafqaat, this episode explores his career as a civil servant. His childhood and early education. Where was he early posted. What was Sindh has been like for him. How the coming lot of CSS is different from past. What does it mean for the future of civil administration. Tune in to know more about his views on Twitter, how effective the medium is, recent controversy around him and what is future of Pakistan!
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0:00 - 0:41 Meet DC Islamabad, Hamza Shafqaat
0:42 - 2:00 DC Islamabad’s CSS journey!
2:01 - 4:23 Where he was posted first after his exam?
4:24 - 7:59 What was his experience in Sindh like?
8:00 - 8:30 After Sindh, where he was posted next?
8:31 - 12:01 What he is most interested in?
12:02 - 17:35 Why the crime rate is rising anecdotally?
17:36 - 19:58 What’s the difference between civil services now vs. then?
19:59 - 23:04 Is Pakistan’s civil bureaucracy different from other countries?
23:05 - 25:56 How are resources not allocated optimistically?
25:57 - 28:13 What was his recent controversy?
28:14 - 31:45 What it’s like to administrate a city?
31:46 - 36:36 How effective social media is in administration?
36:37 - 38:39 Is there any regulation on how to conduct on media?
38:40 - 41:02 Plastic bag ban- Beggary outbreak!
41:03 - 43:08 The growing demand of drugs.
43:09 - 45:37 Commercial activities ban on CDA properties?
45:38 - 47:13 Will F-12, G-12 ever be constructed?
47:14 - 49:27 Plans for Islamabad’s development!
49:28 - 53:01 What’s the future of Pakistan?
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[@shamimahmadkhan8070]

Am a retired PAS officer. Excellent interview-very relevant questions and very crisp response. Feel proud that the service has such officers, very conscientious and having sense of responsibility to the public. Wish Shafqaat successful career!

[@mahnoor1129]

Can u tell the financial aspect of it? For the beginner is the salary enough to afford good health care and basic education?

[@jamalkashif107]

@@mahnoor1129 no

[@jamalkashif107]

@@mahnoor1129 pay just limited to 200k... corruption to do

[@bilalalam1794]

السلام عليكم ورحمة الله وبركاته سر

[@Amnjuhj]

P Ll Plo P of pl Ip

[@daniyalrehman3886]

Brilliant interview. Islamabad is lucky to have a person like Hamza Shafqaat administering it .

[@m.hammad9010]

yes exactly.

[@AUK025]

Well if overpricing, surge in street crimes, artificial shortage of staple food by vendors are positive indicators, then he is in fact doing a great job. He sure knows how to use social media to his advantage. Great social media commissioner of Islamabad.

[@ek8526]

@@AUK025 also a social media celeb showbazzi full time.

[@yildrimyildrim2103]

@@AUK025 well said. but this is what being exercised by Government as well. and inflation etc resulted in street crimes beggary as well not only in capital but all over country. overpricing is not his crime but government's failure in delivering

[@derek3448]

This is what you call an INTERVIEW! To the point Questions! Great Work, Muzamil!

[@TBTGO]

Thanks a ton

[@sanatariqkhan]

You are doing great Muzamil! Keep working!

[@TBTGO]

I will try my best

[@Ra_zzz]

@@TBTGO Just wanna let u know sir that you are doing Great for real

[@hasnaindepar5381]

@@TBTGO Hi Im watching U from Larkana 15km drive from Ratodero now in 2020 im roaming in Larkana around 3am At Night with 300k phone in hand and my 4 Million Ride And Believe me Even No one can snatch your phone...Special thanks to Rangers and Army operation in past 10 years..😂😂😂❤️

[@hasnaindepar5381]

@@TBTGO and yes i belong to middle class family my father is Doctor here❤️

[@waseemsaleem241]

He is my Favourite Bureaucrate Very Calm Personality ☺️

[@bilalkhatib7796]

Being a fresh graduate right now, i was on the edge of leaving this place, this country, these people infact everything related to this place. Little did i know, 53 minutes of this podcast could change my mind so much. Proud of you muzammil. Thankyou DC sahab for such motivation. I really wish to meet you in my life, ever.

[@TBTGO]

Glad, you like it!

[@thereality4026]

Good luck

[@kawan5851]

Sir if you get the opportunity elsewhere then leave. No need to get carried away with one interview.

[@mirzarocket786]

You know why this country is in this situation? Because the educated cream abscond abroad at the first opportunity they get.

[@speedking7224]

@@mirzarocket786 yes.

[@shoaibmansoor4395]

This man Hamza Shafqaat has both the energy and style befitting his position. He is a people person who can feel the pulse of the public. I am a Karachi resident who genuinely admires your hard work. Your exemplary service is the one from which the administrative authorities of other cities can learn a lot. Sincerely wishing you success in all your good endeavors and praying to see a prospering Islamabad and Pakistan. Aameen!

[@muhammadhassankasmani2241]

the interviewer is very genius and asked only to the point questions. Hamza Shafqat, I just love the way you answered all the questions. you nailed it.

[@ajvlogs1323]

3:54 Thank you so much honorable sir for such a precious compliment on the hospitality of the people of Sindh. Sir, you are also a wonderful, competent and diligent DMG officer. And one of the favourite CSP!

[@fahadshakoor9451]

Hamza is so well spoken and intelectual, we need more DC's like him

[@irfanhassan5003]

I played video for 4 to 5 minutes, but it was so interesting that i watched it complete. This man is very sophisticated and interesting.

[@kamikhan3819]

same

[@amaisniazi1809]

I wont lie but as youth the last few words but hamza were genuinely motivating through all the shit we are going through it really excites to hear some very factual and insightful good news on which you can trust upon, another extremely informative and exciting podcast muzamil bhai❤

[@dangerzone2901]

He is so true my relative went to Islamabad he was told to have one week quarantine and his number was being recorded . Appreciate his efforts .

[@rabeelamemon1552]

This makes me work even harder for this country.. thanks muzammil you never fail to inspire me.. and DC sahab, keep working hard like this😍

[@TBTGO]

Keep it up

[@zaini4118]

Such a humble man. More power to both of you.

[@ghulammustafa205]

Till today haven't watched 50+mints video on YT but finally because of you crossed the limit. Good work.

[@TBTGO]

Thank you sir!

[@kamikhan3819]

same

[@sanaaetc]

Muzammil is such an intelligent and promising host. Such a great show 💎✨

[@awaissemab373]

Quality podcasts in Pakistan finallllllyyyyyy 💞💞💞

[@MajidKhan-yi4qt]

Alhamdullah, see you and happy for you as my student...may Allah bless you with more success and happiness Ameen.

[@MyBilal19971]

My eyes lit up when he said he graduated from GIKI. He is an alumnus of my institute :) Always a delight seeing people from my Alma Matter doing great in their professional lives.

[@safdar1955]

Inspiring talk. I wonder why our mainstream media can't produce such fantastic talk shows despite resources.

[@shoaib-ki-dunya]

We appreciate our officers ... and we support them on each occasion. Thank you for their great efforts

[@zarafshanbaloch7]

We direly need such channels where we can talk about our societal issues and give suggestions, way forward, and hopes to the people of this country. Well done and keep it high! So happy to see such enthusiastic audience here which think and care about our society and country.

[@nomanik]

It was inspiring and informative, living abroad from last 24 years i was kind of optimistic about pakistan's growth based on economics rules but Hamza's prediction about pakistan economy has strengthened my thoughts.

[@Shahzaib_943]

Those last lines gave me goosebumps and dopamine kick..... ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@hamzanazir9473]

Same here

[@muhammadowaissiddiqui4504]

This is a wonderful wonderful work Muzamil. I am impressed. You know what? This show is the ONE which every Pakistani needs to see before deciding on their vision, their career, future settlements and employment journeys. This program is the face of the future of bureaucracy and the future of the people of Pakistan. I can't thank you and Hamza for this brilliant dissent based on facts and hope. Love!

[@KitabeMaazi]

Muzammil bhai bht achi krte hain ap podcast. Main hr podcast dekhta hon

[@viralthingstoknow4770]

how to search him on podcast and please recommend me some more channels for my blind brother

[@ammaranaseer3362]

@@viralthingstoknow4770 download google podcasts and search thoughts behind things

[@lemmeleeds5291]

We are blessed to have a DC like you, great work Muzamil super duper interactive interview 💯

[@TBTGO]

Thanks a ton

[@hasnainabidkhanzada3754]

The interview becomes interesting when the interviewer asks out of the box question and you did the same. Best of luck muzammil bhai. Your podcasts are way better than other popular podcasts.

[@fadirajpoot]

one of the best officer we have we need more gems like him our structure will be totally revamped

[@malikasadrashid2664]

Very informative, we need more civil servants like hamza❤️ Well done muzamil bhai for these podcasts

[@TBTGO]

Appreciated

[@muzaffariqbalraja6464]

Hamza Shafqat is a scholarly and lovely person. I am proud that I did MCMC-22 with him. I am also proud that he belongs to a village of District Gujrat which is nearby to my village. May Allah Almighty bless him a lot.

[@humaawan4595]

I love his positive approach... especially the last answer.. I'm gonna watch this interview again.

[@junaidali493]

Happy to listen you said the truth about hospitability of Sindhis but let me tell you, sir, today interior Sindh is much better in education and other facilities not because of any effort of PPP but coz people have grown themselves from poor class to middle class

[@madniyashareef6425]

These types of podcasts really helps, especially for the one who are trying to clear CSS.... thank u❤❤❤

[@salesrecruiterabd]

Such a cool and humble personality Hamza bhai has, May ALLAH pak bless him with more energy and knowledge. Ameeen

[@mohammedsaqib699]

Such an amazing Interview. Pakistan need more honest and hard working people like Humza Shafqaat.

[@muzamilhussain2207]

Very healthy Discussion ❤️, It has changed the way of my thinking, Zindabad keep it up! 👍

[@sahara6641]

I never knew he was our DC until watching this, so proud to know Islamabad is under right hands! 💜🌟

[@aimenabbaxi251]

I've started watching your podcasts. You put very educated and intelligent questions forward.

[@muhammadhuzaifa7600]

'Refreshing' Interview. I didn't know some people are doing that kind of work behind the curtain.

[@farahazizsawal7959]

That Was Such A Brilliant Interview! KUDOS👏

[@arslanahmed4050]

Mashallah. ❤

[@hotstepper7864]

So much huge applause for such a vibrant and hardworking DC isb. ♥️

[@rizwanch779]

OMG thank u so much for inviting my favourite DC best professional interview I watch today love this man proud of u both ...

[@fajarhashmat2473]

Muzammil, Thank you so much for bringing him to us ♥️♥️♥️🔥🔥🔥

[@muhammadfaiqkhan5999]

Surprised to see Hamza Shafqaat saab on your podcast. Such a great bureaucrat ❤

[@ahmedsaddal5219]

This interview was really good. Being a resident of Islamabad it was really to know about the things. More power to you guys

[@sanaaetc]

The only type of content I wanna have on my yt 🌴

[@usamanaseer9784]

Great interview... elaborated and realistic yet positive. This is what we want, a brilliant, positive man at the front. great potential and realistic approach towards challenges is needed at every point. May Pakistan thrive!

[@lakhmeerali7795]

Unbelievable interview. Mashllah. DC shafqaat appreciated the hospitality of sindhis ❤❤

[@saadullah2734]

Really loved the podcast Muzzamil! Really insightful. Got to know many nee things and above all the bright future of Pakistan. Looking forward for more.

[@TBTGO]

Thanks man!

[@laibanasir3498]

glad to have such a DC,thanks for ur hardwork sir,God bless u

[@Fatima-rs6bv]

i enjoyed this so much! you ask the right questions and the interview was to the point and inspiring!!

[@asimhassan3269]

Dude we need more interviews like this. Luv it.

[@nayabfatima9900]

His concluding remarks has also made me super happy! More power to u hamza shafqaat Sir!💪

[@humakhan6198]

Excellent questions make it a great interview, it was great hearing this podcast

[@JunaidKhan-qc6wy]

Nice interview, thanks to interviewer and DC too, hope Pak will rise as an emerging tiger soon... Youth is the real power for sure and govt had to set their professional priorities truely

[@shahbazakberyousfani5789]

A few days ago, while random youtube browsing I came across your podcasts. Muzamil, I am so amazed by your content. Keep up with the good work!

[@nawalbadar9764]

Never felt the urge to comment under any KZbin video but Zabardast. Saw you & humna emerging through time, these podcasts/interviews are so NEEDED for this youth, a few of us eagerly want to learn from accomplished/experienced people across the country. Thanks man for sharing your access with us. Also the way you conduct & interrogate is highly appreciated. Godspeed.

[@marinaumar6020]

This is my first ever podcast interview that I’m watching. Honestly didn’t get bored for a second. It was so interesting and I got to learn so much from it. People of Islamabad are lucky to have Hamza Shafqaat as the deputy commissioner. He makes so much sense and knows what he is talking about.

[@Guidepro012]

Same is the case with me.Both the interviewer and interviewee are quick on time.

[@baldEagle_]

i find hope, realism, ambition, motivation... and satisfaction in this interview.

[@omyrazeem2571]

Great podcast .Keep inviting such great personalities to your podcast

[@TBTGO]

Thanks for listening

[@malixious112]

Such an amazing interview. Precise and relevant questions. Highly informative...keep up the good work guys.

[@hariskhalil8964]

Quality Content . Such a humble DC I had seen in my life .may Allah bless both of you Ameen Suma Ameen

[@awesamoextra2773]

Thanks to every person like DC Hamza Shafqaat. Very Appreciated

[@AqeelAbbas12]

One of the best podcast I've ever watched. Amazing work!

[@ahmedmahay]

That was so insightful and engaging. I have been a fan of Mr. Shafqaat's approach to public administration and this is the first time I got to hear him up and close. Subscribing for more of such interviews.

[@mianjamilur-rehman3525]

Thank you very much host for bringing a tremendous personality with motivating narrative on board.

[@usmansheikh1720]

One of the REAL interview that I have seen in recent times Subscribed 👍

[@muzak100]

Interesting! Kudos both to the host as well as guest. It was eye opening even for a govt employee like myself. Away from all the politics, we need such talk on our real issues.

[@Aaa-qw6ly]

Being an aspirant of css, i find this very inspirational.. thanks muzamil 👌👌

[@TBTGO]

Glad to hear that

[@naseerkhan9775]

Am also interested,but now i m student of bs eng.

[@zulqarnainhaider7969]

Insightful, honest, eloquent, tactful, optimistic, and genuine! keep it up, boys!!!

[@hafsaalikhan5669]

Such an insightful interview, really glad to have this kind of content in Pakistan. THANK YOU FOR THIS.

[@introvert3786]

It's really great to see that you are inviting civil servants for such interviews.

[@mmarook4223]

Informative and beautiful prose . Never knew such avid podcasts were done by Pakistani yt

[@neutral5376]

EXCEPTIONAL. I wish there were more peole like these two young men in Pakistan. Proud of you . May Allah bless you and Pakistan.

[@AhmedAnsari07]

The best interview i heard. Informative, optimistic and rational.

[@talhashah952]

Huge fan of him and his work ♥️

[@arslanmughal7777]

hands off man 🙌🙌 a great work done. grow more n more.

[@abbasaliuk]

He is doing great.Wonderful administrator ! We talk about him like a miracle.

[@mustafaaa772]

That was an amazing podcast with DC sahab :) I live in Islamabad and his claims have made me excited! Hopefully islamabad becomes what he aspires it to be. Good one.

[@katushkakaunam1705]

very interesting topic and a healthy conversation. i just found this channel and i am happy that someone or something like this exists. it was so thought provoking and insightful. Great. keep doing whatever you are doing

[@aroojkhan1435]

Thanks to you Muzammil bhai. you're doing such a great work.

[@zaraibrar6411]

This was such an insightful podcast. Thank you Muzamil. For bringing up such pertinent topics.

[@CoverHaven]

What an amazing person. Thank you for this conversation.

[@TBTGO]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@awesamoextra2773]

Looovee this kind of conversation and to hear the growth and improvement of the system. these are the very positive things to hear

[@osamaqureshi8609]

Such a good interview man. Good Stuff. Really insightful.

[@tayyabmughal221]

Bestest Interview on KZbin. Such a humble and a great personality 🌹

[@AbdulHadi-xc6nb]

I love this person ..!

[@Conversations_with_QT]

Muzammil thanks for the program! I wish we can have series of such programs for at least all major cities! Keep it up bro! Allah Paak bless you!

[@UmarJamshed]

good conversation - excellent host and questions, and needless to say bravely answered by DC! Overall, gave a lot of insights on ICT administration.

[@HassaanQ]

I am from Rohri, Sukkur. delighted to hear good words from DC sahb.

[@maryumnazishtariq7448]

great job! loved the episode, very precise and different questions!

[@TBTGO]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@shahrasool70]

I was not expecting the podcast to go this great. Its 4am now and i was going to sleep at 3, but once started to listen, i got glued to same position for whole hour. Such a great person Hamza Shafqaat sb is, and cleared many misconceptions and confusion regarding our system. So insightful... Keep making such videos to raise awareness.. Thanks

[@saleemvlogs6298]

I have seen all of the talks.... Most enjoyable interview i have ever seen

[@PoVTube]

Two of my favourite personalities of Islamabad! Keep it up Muzamil and Hamza!

[@has1547]

This is serious and quality material... Great work! Best wishes!

[@XavieraJewel]

I loved this video!! Amazing podcast! Would love to see DC sahab again on your podcasts ❤

[@syedalitameemshahbukhari6440]

By the way I'm from Ratodero. DC Sahab's judgements are accurate about interior sindh. He highlighted core issues of interior sindh without being biased about the fact that majority of people living there are not feudals and they are suffering under this so called elite class. Thankyou and Much Appreciated.

[@saifshaikh46]

Great Job Muzzamil Hasan I scrolled youtube and find your this podcast with DC Islamabad I genuinely watched this podcast complete and motivated too much from your conversation with Hamza Shafqat and Undoubtedly Hamza Sir is a great person He is a very humble and honest officer No ego , No showoff I have only saw in Hamza Sir being a civil servant