LAHORE, Aug 13 (APP):A high-level delegation of British High Commission, led by Clara Strandoj, head of Commonwealth Development, visited Provisional Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), here on Tuesday. The delegation learned about the natural disaster management system of the Punjab government and visited the PDMA control room. Director General Irfan Ali Kathia informed the delegation about the working of PDMA. The DG said that 24-hour communication with all districts is ensured …
British High Commission delegation visits PDMA Punjab
LAHORE, Aug 13 (APP):A high-level delegation of British High Commission, led by Clara Strandoj, head of Commonwealth Development, visited Provisional Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), here on Tuesday.
The delegation learned about the natural disaster management system of the Punjab government and visited the PDMA control room.
Director General Irfan Ali Kathia informed the delegation about the working of PDMA. The DG said that 24-hour communication with all districts is ensured in the provincial control room.
The delegation appreciated the PDMA control room and emergency response system. Clara Strandoj said that the response time of the PDMA helpline is commendable.
The DG briefed the delegation about the flood simulation model. He said that PDMA is on alert to deal with all the challenges including flood, covid, dengue, drought, smog and heat wave. Advance warnings and alerts are issued to management about heat waves, rain, floods and other disasters. Prevention of smog and the problems faced by climate change are among the top priorities of the Punjab government, he added.
Head of delegation Clara Strandoj said that PDMA’s flood simulation model is impressive. Britain and Pakistan have a long-standing partnership in all walks of life. British High Commission will fully cooperate with PDMA to deal with natural calamities. Full support will be provided to PDMA Punjab in other factors including early warning system, Clara Strandoj added.
