LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has ordered the provision of cold drinking water for the public across the province in view of the ongoing severe heatwave.
She directed the district administration to arrange shaded areas at major squares and intersections in every city and instructed authorities to ensure the availability of cold drinking water, fans and air coolers for passengers at wagon stands, bus terminals and railway stations.
The chief minister also directed that visitors to government offices be provided with cold drinking water and other necessary facilities during the extreme weather conditions.
Appealing to the public, Maryam Nawaz urged citizens to avoid unnecessary travel and outdoor activities during periods of intense heat and hot winds. She emphasised that special care should be taken of women, children and senior citizens during the prevailing heatwave.
She further instructed that cold drinking water, fans and air coolers be provided for students and teachers attending summer camps in schools.
“Preventive measures and caution are the most effective means of coping with extreme heat and high temperatures,” the chief minister said.
The CM also directed traffic police not to stop motorcyclists unnecessarily under the scorching sun. She further instructed officials to avoid stopping motorcycles carrying families or children in direct sunlight unless unavoidable.
Copyright Business Recorder, 2026
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