CM Maryam puts departments on high alert for urban flooding

Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif has put all relevant departments on high alert in view of fear of urban flooding due to heavy rains. She directed DG Khan administration to remain ready to cope with floods and landslides in Mount Sulaiman area, reported 24NewsHD TV channel.

The Chief Minister also directed the authorities concerned to ensure drainage of rainwater as soon as possible. She said that arrangements should be made for early drainage of rainwater from low-lying areas of all cities including Lahore. She said rain water should not be visible on roads and streets for a long time, all resources should be utilized.”

CM Minister Maryam Nawaz directed District administrations, PDMA, Rescue 1122 and other relevant organizations to remain alert to deal with any emergency situation. She also directed traffic wardens to maintain smooth flow of traffic during rain.

Aurangzeb and Chairperson Task Force on Skills Development MPA Adnan Afzal Chatha attended the meeting. Principal Secretary to CM Sajid Zafar Dal, Secretary Implementation Danish Afzal, CEO PSDF Ahmed Haleem Khan and other relevant officers were also present.

Meanwhile, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif chaired a review meeting on matters related to Punjab Skills Development Fund to boost youth empowerment.

Chief Minister was briefed by the authorities that through this fund youth will be given IT skills and on-job training. CM Maryam Nawaz was apprised that Chief Minister Internship Program has been started. However, aadmission to courses for internships and IT skills were being made on merit. Senior Provincial Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb and Chairperson Task Force on Skills Development MPA Adnan Afzal Chatha attended the meeting. Principal Secretary to CM Sajid Zafar Dal, Secretary Implementation Danish Afzal, CEO PSDF Ahmed Haleem Khan and other relevant officers were also present.

Reporter: Rao Dilshad