Rawalpindi: Residents of Rawalpindi have urged the relevant authorities to take immediate steps to improve the city’s ageing sewerage and water supply infrastructure ahead of the monsoon season, saying that worn-out underground pipelines in several parts of the city require urgent replacement.
Talking to reporter, Muhammad Aslam said that many sewerage and water supply lines had become old and damaged over the years. He said that in some areas there were concerns that leaking pipelines could contaminate drinking water, increasing the risk of waterborne diseases.
Another resident, Abdul Rehman, told reporter that blocked drains and an outdated sewerage system caused rainwater to accumulate on roads and in streets during heavy showers, creating serious problems for residents.
He stressed that the authorities should inspect vulnerable pipelines, clear drainage channels and replace damaged sewerage lines before the peak monsoon season.
Residents urged the Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA) and other concerned departments to launch a comprehensive inspection of the city’s sewerage network, replace ageing pipelines and take preventive measures to ensure the smooth drainage of rainwater and the supply of safe drinking water. They said timely action would help protect public health and minimize the impact of monsoon rains on daily life.