LAHORE, Pakistan: The Punjab Housing Department has suspended all leaves of officers and staff across its attached institutions as the province braces for mounting flood threats. The urgent directive, issued by Housing Secretary Noorul Amin Mengal, places all available resources on high alert to ensure smooth relief and rescue operations.
Officials from development authorities, horticulture agencies, and the Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA) have been instructed to remain on duty round the clock. Their top priorities include maintaining the uninterrupted supply of clean drinking water at flood relief camps and ensuring immediate on-ground response in all affected areas.
The Housing Department’s decision reflects a proactive mobilisation strategy, aiming to prevent administrative delays at a time when vulnerable communities are at risk. By cancelling official leaves, the department ensures manpower is fully deployed to coordinate relief and rehabilitation efforts.
Analysts note that this step underscores the urgency of the situation, particularly as monsoon rains continue to trigger flood-related challenges across Punjab. Authorities are now tasked with not just damage control but also restoring confidence among citizens relying on essential services.
The move sends a clear message: no compromise will be made when it comes to safeguarding lives and ensuring relief access during the unfolding flood crisis.
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