PM, top officials respond to KP flood disaster, vow support for affected families
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August, 17 2025
(Web Desk): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and senior officials have launched an emergency response after deadly floods in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, promising relief, compensation, and swift rehabilitation for affected families.

Over the last two days, heavy monsoon rains and sudden cloudbursts have caused serious flooding and landslides in northern Pakistan, especially in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Gilgit-Baltistan.

The floods have devastated many villages, washed away roads and bridges, and sadly taken the lives of at least 340 people, according to the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA).

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Places like Buner, Swat, Bajaur, Mansehra, Shangla, Battagram, Lower Dir, Upper Dir, and Gilgit-Baltistan have been hit the hardest. Rescue teams and the army are working around the clock to reach those trapped and provide emergency help. The situation remains critical as emergency measures continue to be in place.

To help with relief efforts, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has released Rs1 billion to the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA). These funds are aimed at quick compensation, emergency preparations, and response to any new challenges. In addition, Rs1.5 billion has been set aside for the Communication and Works Department to start repairing the damaged infrastructure like roads and bridges.

Meanwhile, the Sindh government is still focused on recovering from floods earlier this year, continuing its relief and rebuilding work. At the federal level, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has taken charge of coordinating the response.

He has set up an emergency team at the Prime Minister’s Office that works nonstop with the NDMA and provincial governments. The PM has ordered immediate shipments of tents, medicines, and food, and has called for evacuations of stranded tourists and people in danger.

The National Emergencies Operation Center (NEOC) has warned travelers to avoid northern routes that have been severely affected. Bridges such as Somro Bridge, Saltoro Bridge, and Baghicha Bridge in Skardu have been badly damaged, cutting off key roads. The Jaglot–Skardu Road is completely closed, as are several other roads in Gilgit, Hunza, Gojal, and Babusar Top.

According to PDMA Report:

Authorities have also warned that the rains and risk of flash floods and landslides are likely to continue until at least August 19. People are urged to avoid unnecessary travel and stay safe until conditions improve.

Every year, Pakistan faces heavy monsoon rains, but this season’s storms have been especially harsh. Mountain areas like KP and Gilgit-Baltistan have seen flash floods that caused great damage and loss. Now, communities and rescue teams are doing their best to help those affected and restore normal life as quickly as possible.

          
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