Under the leadership of Chief Minister Punjab Ms. Maryam Nawaz Sharif, PDMA crossed important milestones in 100 days. DG PDMA Irfan Ali Kathia informed that 6 trucks of ration bags were sent to help 2500 families affected by rains in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. 32 civilians died due to lightning strike in Punjab. On the instructions of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, financial support was provided to the victims without delay.
Financial assistance was also provided to farmers for crops affected by rains and fire. Effective measures were taken across the province to prevent heat wave. DG Irfan Ali Kathia further said that water bowsers were provided to the residents of Cholistan for clean drinking water. Mock exercises were organized in all districts in view of possible floods. Boats, life jackets, camps and other necessary equipment were provided to Pak Army and rescue organizations as per recommendations. Fire fighting equipment was provided to the forest department on the special instructions of Chief Minister Punjab. Special measures were taken to protect forests and tourists in Murree. Financial assistance was provided to citizens for the construction of houses affected by landslides in Murree.
In view of climate change, think tank “Green Saver” was established. Due to the think tank, there will be considerable benefit in smog control. DG PDMA Irfan Ali Kathia further said that according to the instructions of Punjab Chief Minister Ms. Maryam Nawaz Sharif, PDMA stands by the side of the citizens in every difficult hour. Meanwhile Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif expressed her deep sense of sorrow and grief over the loss of precious human lives in various incidents during torrential rains. The CM expressed her heartfelt sympathies and condolence with the bereaved families.
She directed the administration to provide best treatment facilities to the injured. The Chief Minister directed PDMA, WASA and administration to remain alert and proactive to avert any untoward incident in the wake of recent torrential rains.
