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ISLAMABAD, (APP):Water accumulation on various roads
and streets of twin cities of Islamabad and Rawalpindi after
continued rain spell is causing immense problems to motorists and
residents besides raising question mark on the performance of
authorities concerned.
Contrary to the claims of officials concerned that they have
all the preparation to cope with the situation, the ground realities
speak the opposite, as some of the areas of Rawalpindi are posing as
ponds after the recent rains, including Arya Mohalla, Rata Amral,
Javid Colony, Pirwadhai, Dhok Saidain, Multani Mohalla and Pindora
Chongi owing to the blockage of sewerage lines.
On the other hand, significant improvement in water level has
been noted during the past one month at Rawal Lake, Simly Dam and
Khanpur Dam due to recent rains in the hills of Murree and Hazara.
Adding to the gravity of the situation, the uncapped manholes
on various roads could further contribute to traffic accidents.
Talking to APP, residents of the F-block criticised the
authorities for their irresponsible attitude in this regard as
rainwater accumulates at various points on the road and its
dilapidated condition troubles them as well.
They said open manholes on the road could be termed as `death
holes’ as accidents have become a routine during night time.
When contacted, an official of Rawalpindi Development
Authority (RDA) said, “Teams have been deployed at various
localities to drain water by clearing sewerage lines. Residents
would see a positive change soon.”