Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed the Chairman NDMA to expedite rescue operations in the flood affected districts of Punjab due to the flood situation in River Sutlej.
According to a press release issued by the Prime Minister office, Shehbaz Sharif directed immediate measures for the evacuation of people stranded in flood-affected areas and their relocation to safe places.
In view of the flood situation at Ganda Singh Wala on River Sutlej, the Prime Minister ordered enhanced safety measures and intensified monitoring.
Shehbaz Sharif instructed to ensure the provision of food, medicines and tents to the affected population.
The Prime Minister directed the NDMA Chairman to maintain full coordination with the Punjab Disaster Management Authority.
