DC Orders Regular Structural Safety Checks and Dengue Surveillance
LAHORE, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 7th Oct, 2026)
Deputy Commissioner Lahore, Muhammad Ali Ejaz, has directed regular structural inspections and safety measures at educational institutions, alongside ensuring daily dengue surveillance around schools.
During a visit to the Government Girls Elementary School Rasul Park, the DC inspected various blocks and classrooms, reviewing the building's structural condition and facilities provided to students. MCL Chief Officer Kaleem Yousaf and Assistant Commissioner City Rana Amir Liaquat accompanied him. The District Education Authority CEO briefed him on the school's overall condition and arrangements.
Dengue field workers also updated the DC on surveillance activities around the school and measures taken to eliminate dengue larvae.
The DC instructed officials to ensure regular structural inspections of school buildings and maintain necessary safety arrangements. He emphasized priority efforts for cleanliness in classrooms and clean drinking water, directed authorities to prevent stagnant water accumulation, and ordered daily dengue spray rounds by teams. Stating, "Ensuring the safety of students and providing them with a conducive educational environment is our top priority," he implemented a zero-tolerance policy against dengue larvae around schools and instructed teams to uphold improved cleanliness standards at all educational institutions. He promised that all basic facilities would be ensured to provide students with a safe and healthy learning environment.
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