The Punjab government has put all government hospitals of the province on high alert by issuing emergency alert to health authorities directing them to ensure full preparedness to meet any situation that may arise.
Under the issued directives emergency departments, operation theatres and trauma centres have been directed to be fully operational round the clock to render immediate medical assistance if required.
Health officials have also been ordered to ensure the availability of specialist doctors, medical staff and medicines required to effectively manage any emergency or influx of patients.
A key message of the notification included that it is important for both administrative as well as medical personnel to remain vigilant and ready for rapid response at all times.
Authorities said the provincial government is taking proactive measures in safeguarding the human lives through coordinated planning and efficient response system while maintaining the uninterrupted healthcare services in the entire Punjab.
Multiple protests in other cities
As of Sunday, multiple protests have been conducted all around the country to condemn the death of the great leader.
The Muslim ummah took part in peaceful protests, including in Lahore, Peshawar, and Karachi.
An unpleasant event in Karachi was reported yesterday, in which a mob tried to infiltrate the US consulate located in Karachi.
But the conditions remain under control as the security forces clear away the area with minimum damage.
It has also been reported that deaths have occurred, as per the records, more than nine people are dead, with multiple injuries in different clashes.
The government of every province has requested the public to stay calm and not to challenge the rule of law.
The political leadership has also contacted the Ulemas and higher Shia community leaders, requesting them to ask the public to keep calm and hold peaceful protests in their respective cities.
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