Acting President Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani vowed that the government would stand with flood victims until their complete rehabilitation, stressing that no effort would be spared in restoring lives and livelihoods.
Speaking at a relief distribution ceremony in Multan, Gilani said the devastating floods had destroyed homes, farmlands, businesses, and livestock across the country.
“We share the grief of every affected family and will not rest until they return to their homes with dignity,” he pledged.
He praised the role of welfare organisations for providing food, shelter, and essential supplies to thousands daily. He added that orphaned children would receive full educational support and care.
Gilani emphasised that government efforts alone were not enough and appealed to philanthropists, traders, and industrialists to come forward.
“These dark days will pass. Together, with civil society, federal and provincial governments, we will rebuild stronger communities,” he said.
Traffic diversions issued after floods damage M5 motorway section
Heavy flooding caused by a relay of water has further damaged the M-5 Motorway near Multan, according to the Deputy Commissioner of Multan.
The most affected part is the Jalalpur section, where authorities are now creating channels to divert the water and prevent additional damage. The deputy commissioner stated that repair work on the damaged sections will begin immediately after the water recedes.
The motorway is currently closed between the Jhangra Interchange and the Multan Interchange. Due to this closure:
- Traffic from Lahore and Islamabad headed to Multan must exit the motorway and use the GT Road.
- Traffic from Multan to Karachi must take the GT Road up to Jhangra and then rejoin the motorway.
- Traffic from Karachi to Multan will exit at Jhangra and use GT Road to reach the city.
- Travellers from Multan heading to Lahore or Islamabad can still access the motorway from Multan.
Medium-level flood persists at Sukkur Barrage
A medium-level flood situation persists at Sukkur Barrage, officials said.
According to barrage authorities, water inflow at the barrage has been recorded at 420,470 cusecs, while outflow stands at 367,090 cusecs.
They added that water flow has dropped by 79,000 cusecs over the past 24 hours, with 53,000 cusecs currently being supplied to the barrage canals.
