Capital activates 'War Book Rules'
Following heightened tensions between Pakistan and India, authorities in the federal capital have implemented War Book Rules by taking several measures including installation of sirens and the provision of sufficient fuel, blood and food supplies.
As part of these measures, sirens have been installed on high-rise buildings, petrol pumps have been directed to stock additional fuel, and the Market Committee has finalised arrangements for the extra supply of vegetables, lentils, and other essential goods.
An emergency meeting of the district administration was held on Thursday night under the chairmanship of Islamabad Deputy Commissioner Irfan Nawaz Memon. The meeting was attended by all Additional Deputy Commissioners, Assistant Commissioners, magistrates, and other officials. During the meeting, a detailed review of the proposed measures under the War Book Rules to handle any emergency situation was conducted.
Briefing the participants, officials informed that emergency sirens have been installed on all tall buildings across Islamabad. Designated shelter areas have been identified for potential evacuees in case of a crisis.
A 24/7 control room has also been established at the Safe City Complex.
Hospitals have completed the implementation of War Book protocols, and blood relief camps have been set up at various locations. The Market Committee has finalised preparations for maintaining sufficient stocks of vegetables, lentils, and other food essentials. A strategy has also been devised to ensure availability of extra fuel at petrol stations.
Coordination has been completed for using mosques to make emergency announcements if needed. Youth volunteers are being trained to assist during emergency situations.
DC Memon instructed that all officers must remain on the ground at all times due to the sensitive nature of the situation. He appealed to the public to immediately contact the control room in case of any emergency.
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