Punjab Minister for Law, Parliamentary Affairs and Local Government Basharat Raja has said the government will ensure protection of life and property of people.

He directed the staff of operations wing of local bodies and waste management companies to remain in field to ensure drainage rainwater from low laying areas of Lahore.

Raja Basharat said that district administration should remain in liaison with emergency services and other concerned departments.

He asked the citizens to cooperate with traffic police for ensuring smooth flow of traffic.