Punjab Chief Minister Hamza Shahbaz Sharif has directed administrative machinery to remain alert in view of monsoon season and possible floods in the province.

Chairing a meeting in Lahore on Wednesday, Chief Minister ordered timely evacuation of population within the river bed by taking public representatives on board.

He asked health department to remain vigilant for timely provision of medical aid to the flood affectees. He said that health department should have ample stock of medicines in this regard.

Hamza Shahbaz also ordered concerned departments to ensure the uninterrupted supply of electricity during the moonsoon with the proper coordination of distribution companies.