In a resolution moved in the Senate, Rehman said the country was facing “catastrophic floods” that had submerged vast tracts of farmland and displaced millions, describing the situation as an “unprecedented humanitarian emergency.”
Sherry Rehman warned that without “urgent and decisive action,” the disaster could push Pakistan toward a nationwide food emergency.
She also criticised the delay in seeking international aid and disbursing support via the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP), terming it “inexplicable.”
Marriyum Aurangzeb urges people to move to safe places
Senior Provincial Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb has urged people in flood-hit areas to immediately move to safe locations to ensure the protection of lives.
She assured that as soon as the floodwaters recede, the Punjab government will take comprehensive steps to compensate all affected families for their losses.
Upon receiving reports of a breach, she reached Tehsil Shujabad to personally monitor relief operations.
Accompanied by provincial ministers Khawaja Salman Rafique, Kazim Ali Pirzada, and Rana Sikandar Hayat, the senior minister oversaw ongoing operations to plug the breach at Mauza Dhondo and was briefed on the situation by local officials.
She also visited Gardezpur to review the flood response and assess the on-ground challenges.
US extends support to Pakistan amid devastating floods
