Faisalabad Development Authority (FDA) Director General Muhammad Asif Chaudhry announced that comprehensive safety measures have been implemented across FDA City to safeguard lives and property. As part of these initiatives, strong protective safety nets have been installed inside hundreds of sewer manholes, and new high-quality lids have been fitted on all manholes where covers were missing.
Campaign Under Supervision
The special campaign was carried out under the supervision of Chief Engineer Mehr Ayub and Deputy Director Engineering Talha Tabassum. It prioritized installation of additional safety features in residential blocks, along major sewer lines, and at other sensitive locations.
Survey and Replacement
A detailed survey of the entire sewerage network in FDA City was completed to identify all missing manhole covers, which were replaced immediately. The main sewer lines and other related infrastructure have been further reinforced to ensure efficient functioning of the drainage system and to protect citizens from potential accidents.
Monitoring and Maintenance
Chaudhry directed concerned officers to ensure regular monitoring, timely inspections, and proper maintenance of the sewerage system. He emphasized that no manhole should remain uncovered under any circumstances and warned that negligence or laxity in implementing safety measures would not be tolerated.
Private Housing Schemes
The Director General stated that similar safety initiatives are also underway in private housing schemes. All developers have been instructed to ensure that their sewerage systems, manholes, and covers comply with prescribed safety standards and are structurally secure. He warned that if any loss of life or property occurs due to negligence or inadequate safety arrangements in a private housing scheme, strict legal action will be taken against the responsible developer in accordance with the law.
Commitment to Safety
Reaffirming the Authority’s commitment, Chaudhry stated that the FDA will utilize all available resources to provide a safe urban environment, improve modern infrastructure, and enhance the quality of public services. He emphasized that the protection of citizens’ lives and property will remain the Authority’s foremost priority.
