DC Attock reviews monsoon arrangements in Hazro, orders departments to remain on high alert

Deputy Commissioner Dr. Mudassar Ahmad Shah on Tuesday visited Hazro Tehsil to review monsoon preparedness, inspecting the drainage system and rainwater disposal arrangements while directing all concerned departments to remain on high alert during the ongoing rainy season

ATTOCK, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 21st Jul, 2026) Deputy Commissioner Dr. Mudassar Ahmad Shah on Tuesday visited Hazro Tehsil to review monsoon preparedness, inspecting the drainage system and rainwater disposal arrangements while directing all concerned departments to remain on high alert during the ongoing rainy season.

Accompanied by Assistant Commissioner Hazro Dr. Imran Rafiq, Managing Director WASA Aqeel Ahmad and Assistant Commissioner Attock Arif Qureshi, the deputy commissioner inspected storm water drains, drainage infrastructure and water flow at various locations in Hazro city. He reviewed the cleaning of drains and assessed the preparedness of departments responsible for emergency response.

Dr. Shah directed the relevant departments to maintain continuous monitoring of low-lying areas, keep the drainage system fully operational, immediately remove blockages from drains and complete all precautionary measures to deal with any emergency caused by heavy rainfall.

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He also instructed field officers to remain present in their respective areas and ensure an immediate response to public complaints and emergencies.

The deputy commissioner said the protection of lives and property remained the district administration's top priority in line with the Punjab government's directives. He stressed the need for close coordination among all departments and directed Rescue 1122 and other agencies to keep their machinery, manpower and emergency equipment ready for immediate deployment.

Expressing satisfaction with the arrangements, Dr. Shah directed officials to continue monitoring vulnerable locations throughout the monsoon season and ensure timely, coordinated and effective action to provide the best possible services to the public in the event of any emergency.

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