Astore: Former Chief Minister of Gilgit-Baltistan, President Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) Gilgit-Baltistan (GB), and Leader of the Opposition, Hafiz Hafeez ur Rehman, has expressed deep sorrow and concern over the widespread destruction caused by the recent floods in various parts of Diamer district, particularly in Thor and Buner Das.
In a statement issued here, Hafiz Hafeez ur Rehman said the floods have severely affected the livelihoods of local farmers by destroying agricultural land, standing crops, and drinking water supply systems. He added that the closure of highways and link roads has created serious difficulties for residents and disrupted daily life in the affected areas.
He called on the government to immediately launch rescue and relief operations in the flood-hit areas, conducted a comprehensive assessment of the damages, providing prompt financial compensation to affected farmers, and restore all blocked roads on an emergency basis to ensure the smooth movement of people.
Hafiz Hafeez ur Rehman emphasized that serving the people during natural disasters was the government’s foremost responsibility and should remain above political considerations. He also stated that workers of the Pakistan Muslim League (N) stood in solidarity with the affected communities and would extend every possible support during this difficult time.