Authorities say he collapsed after suffering a brain hemorrhage, following consecutive days of tireless duty amid the crisis.

For four days and nights, AC Khan had been engaged continuously, monitoring the rapidly rising waters and relief areas, including Head Balloki and surrounding villages. He was coordinating rescue and relief efforts.

Large parts of Punjab have been inundated by the Ravi River’s surge, which has been driven by torrential monsoon rains and heightened inflows, prompting mass evacuations and widespread damage across multiple districts.

After enduring prolonged exertion, AC Khan collapsed at a rest house, officials confirmed. Despite being rushed to the Phoolnagar Trauma Centre, doctors pronounced him dead on arrival.

Also Read: Monsoon rains raise flood threat in Sutlej, Ravi and Chenab

Local communities are in mourning as his unexpected death has cast a somber mood. He was known for being a tireless and dedicated public servant on the frontlines of relief efforts. His loss has been mourned by locals and officials alike.

The sudden death of AC Furqan Muhammad Khan during flood response efforts has shocked Pattoki and beyond, underlining the intense conditions on the ground as Punjab battles unprecedented riverine floods and demands continued vigilance from its officials.