ISLAMABAD [STAFF REPORTER]
In response to the heavy rainfall and hailstorm in Islamabad, the Capital Development Authority (CDA), Islamabad Metropolitan Corporation (MCI), and District Administration Islamabad have launched a joint emergency operation on the directives of CDA Chairman, Chief Commissioner of Islamabad, and DG Civil Defense Muhammad Ali Randhawa. All field teams have been mobilized immediately, with clear instructions to provide maximum relief and assistance to citizens with best of abilities
In line with the directives of Chairman CDA, the Emergency & Disaster Management Directorate, along with the Sanitation, Environment Wing, Building Control, Islamabad Water Agency, Road and Maintenance Wing, CDA have been directed to swiftly remove fallen trees, debris, and other obstructions from all major roads in Islamabad. Efforts to expedite road cleaning and restore normal traffic flow have been prioritized.
The staff and machinery from the Sanitation, Environment and Engineering Wings have been deployed to clear blockages in the city’s drains, waterways, and underpasses. A special monitoring mechanism has been activated to ensure effective drainage in low-lying areas, underpasses, and key roads.
CDA and DMA, MCI and District Administration officials are present on the ground to supervise all operations directly. Continuous 24/7 surveillance of roads, drains, and sensitive areas is being conducted to address emergencies promptly.
Chairman CDA Muhammad Ali Randhawa further directed that traffic flow must remain uninterrupted, sanitation efforts be accelerated, and drainage systems should be fully operational to minimize public inconvenience.
In this connection, citizens are advised to report any emergency or complaint via CDA, DMA, MCI and District Administration helpline numbers. All complaints and their grievances will be resolved promptly.
Chairman CDA Muhammad Ali Randhawa urged citizens to cooperate with authorities. He stressed that public safety and convenience are our top priorities of CDA. Our teams are working promptly to restore normalcy in the federal capital Islamabad.
The Chairman CDA, Chief Commissioner Islamabad and DG Civil Defence assures citizens of Islamabad that all available resources should be utilized to restore the city’s routine, with utmost efforts continuing at full pace.
