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LAHORE, Jul 23 (APP):Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has directed district administration and Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA) officials to reach the field and take immediate steps to drain out rainwater in all cities including Lahore.
She said that continuous work should be done for the drainage of rainwater from roads and low-lying areas, adding that after rain, water should not be seen in the streets and markets.
The CM said traffic police should clear roads at the earliest to avoid traffic jams. All necessary steps should be taken to manage traffic in Lahore and other cities. She directed traffic wardens to actively perform duties in the field to facilitate citizens.
CM Maryam Nawaz said that administration and residents should be active and all resources should be used for the drainage of rainwater, adding that timely transfer of people from low-lying areas to safe places should be ensured. She underscored that people of low-lying areas should be warned about evacuation in advance.
The CM said officers concerned are present in the field and safety of life and property of citizens would be ensured at all cost. She directed to ensure implementation of orders and SOPs issued by PDMA. Rainwater should not stand on roads for long, she warned.