Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, having recently assumed office, announced a relief package for those affected by heavy rains in Gwadar. The package includes financial aid for individuals whose homes were destroyed or damaged.
Those with completely destroyed houses will receive Rs750,000, while those with partial damage will receive Rs350,000. Families of the deceased will be compensated with Rs2 million, and the injured will receive Rs500,000 each. The distribution of funds is expected to be completed within four days and extends beyond Balochistan to other affected areas.
Additionally, the government plans to reimburse Rs400 million for losses incurred by the destruction of 83 boats in Gwadar. Prime Minister Shehbaz expressed condolences for the 44 individuals who lost their lives and the 46 injured during the recent rains across the country, promising support for those affected. Seven thousand ration bags will be provided to the Balochistan government for distribution among the needy, with efforts coordinated between the NDMA and local administration until all displaced individuals can return home.
During his visit, PM Shehbaz was briefed by the NDMA on ongoing rescue and relief operations and the extent of damage to Gwadar’s infrastructure. He emphasized the use of satellite imagery for early detection and warning of natural disasters and called for a comprehensive plan to assess damage to private property and rehabilitate those affected.
