In a bid to safeguard the health and well-being of Islamabad’s residents, Deputy Speaker Syed Ghulam Mustafa Shah has underscored the crucial role of the Capital Development Authority (CDA) in ensuring access to clean drinking water for all citizens. His remarks come in the wake of alarming findings from the Pakistan Council for Research in Water Resources (PCRWR), which revealed contamination in water samples obtained from Parliament Lodges and Parliament House.
Expressing deep concern over the lapses in water management highlighted by the PCRWR report, Deputy Speaker Shah convened a high-level meeting with senior CDA officials to address the pressing issue. During the meeting, he emphasized the urgency of implementing corrective measures to rectify the deficiencies identified in the report.
In particular, Deputy Speaker Shah directed the CDA to institute comprehensive standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the regular cleaning and maintenance of water tanks within Parliament Lodges and Parliament House. These SOPs, he stressed, should adhere to stringent quality standards to ensure the provision of safe and potable drinking water to occupants.
The Deputy Speaker’s proactive stance underscores the government’s unwavering commitment to prioritizing public health and sanitation initiatives in the capital. By holding relevant authorities accountable and demanding swift action in response to emerging challenges, Deputy Speaker Shah sets a precedent for effective governance and accountability in addressing critical infrastructure issues.
As the CDA embarks on implementing robust measures to mitigate water contamination risks, stakeholders and citizens alike remain vigilant, advocating for sustained efforts to uphold the fundamental right to clean and safe drinking water for all residents of Islamabad.
