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FAISALABAD, Jan 27 (APP):Water & Sanitation Agency (WASA) has formally initiated implementation of a mega development program worth Rs12.5 billion to address long-standing sewerage issues in the city.
During a meeting on Tuesday, Managing Director WASA Saqib Raza briefed the Divisional Commissioner Raja Jahangir Anwar about scope and progress of the project.
He said that this program would help resolve chronic sewerage and drainage problems on eastern as well as western sides of the city besides significantly improving urban infrastructure and public sanitation.
He informed that upon completion of Punjab Development Program, sewerage and drainage-related problems of more than 70 percent of the city’s residential areas would be resolved.
The project includes covering 100 percent of roadside drains, ensuring high-quality desilting of storm water drains and properly covering manholes to enhance safety, hygiene and smooth water flow, he added.
Speaking on the occasion, Divisional Commissioner Raja Jahangir Anwar directed WASA and concerned contractors to carry out work in double shifts to expedite progress. He issued clear instructions that the project must be completed at all costs before the onset of monsoon season. He stressed that timely completion is critical to prevent urban flooding and inconvenience to the citizens during heavy rains.
The commissioner emphasized that divisional administration would closely monitor implementation process to ensure transparency, quality and adherence to timelines.
The government is committed to improve municipal services and urban infrastructure in line with the vision of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz for providing long-term relief to the citizens and ensuring sustainable development in Faisalabad, he added.