Rescue and relief operations are in progress in various parts of Pakistan following heavy rain and snowfall that caused widespread damage. At least 40 people lost their lives in rain-related incidents in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, while floods in Balochistan left hundreds homeless. Landslides in Gilgit-Baltistan blocked main roads, leading to a state of emergency being declared.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif visited the calamity-hit city of Gwadar to announce a compensation package for the affected individuals. He stated that households completely destroyed by the rain would receive Rs0.75 million, with Rs0.3 million allocated for repairs to partially damaged homes. Additionally, 7,000 ration bags will be distributed in flood-affected areas.
In KP, the death toll from rain-related incidents reached 40, with numerous injuries and property damages reported. The Karakoram Highway experienced closures due to landslides, causing a fuel shortage in Gilgit.
The Pakistan Meteorological Department forecasted more rains, particularly in Balochistan, and predicted light snowfall in mountainous regions. The government is working with local authorities to provide assistance to those affected by the inclement weather.