Monsoon Safety Campaign Targets Encroachments Threatening Flood Management in Rawalpindi
Rawalpindi, July 31, 2025: The Rawalpindi Development Authority (RDA) has kicked off a primary monsoon enforcement drive against illegal constructions and encroachments near natural drains and dams across the city, acting on the directives of Director General Kinza Murtaza.
The initiative, launched to enhance public safety during monsoon season, began with targeted operations along Adyala Road, Dhamial Road, Dhamial-Kalyal Link Road, and the surrounding areas. Ten notices were issued to property owners for hazardous and unauthorized developments that obstruct stormwater flow and increase urban flooding risks.
Enforcement teams, led by Assistant Director Shiza Tanweer and Building Surveyor Aamir Mahmood Malik, also conducted inspections at Jawa and Misriot Dams to assess flood vulnerabilities and potential water contamination threats.
DG Kinza Murtaza emphasized zero tolerance for violations, especially for illegal structures along drainage channels, aligning with the strict urban safety mandate of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif. She highlighted that this campaign is part of RDA’s larger strategy for sustainable urban planning and climate-resilient infrastructure.
Citizens are urged to cooperate and avoid illegal construction near nullahs and dams, safeguarding the city from future environmental risks.