Pakistan, Aug. 1 -- Commissioner Rawalpindi Division Salman Ghani on Friday directed all relevant departments to remain alert to protect the lives and property of citizens during the ongoing monsoon spell, as intermittent rain continued across Rawalpindi and Islamabad.

The commissioner instructed deputy commissioners and assistant commissioners to maintain continuous field monitoring and ensure immediate response during and after rainfall.

He directed all departments to ensure the timely drainage of rainwater from roads, streets and low-lying areas to minimise inconvenience to the public. He also ordered enhanced surveillance of Nullah Lai and other stormwater drains and called for strengthened safety arrangements at vulnerable location...