PESHAWAR: Special Assistant to the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) for Information and Public Relations Shafi Jan announced that the provincial government has deployed its entire resources to help people who became stranded during the heavy snowfall that affected Tirah valley.
The operation currently works to rescue people through its use of rescue teams who have come from different districts along with district officials and personnel from partnered agencies. The severe snowfall has created multiple blocked roads, which have made it impossible to reach certain areas while also limiting communication systems that support emergency operations.
Shafi Jan stated that residents face major difficulties because they need to leave their homes during the extreme winter weather. The provincial authorities have dedicated all of their existing resources to help those who need rescue and emergency assistance.
The advisor reported that district authorities have moved stranded individuals to safe areas and temporary shelters while they continue their rescue operations throughout the affected regions. Rescue operations persist in some areas despite closed routes and disrupted signals, which create limited contact with those in need of assistance.
The Chief Minister Sohail Afridi has assumed direct control over the rescue and relief efforts in Tirah, according to the report, which states that he ordered all responsible agencies to keep working until they have relocated every affected individual.
Shafi Jan stated that the provincial government will support its citizens during this challenging period while the government works to protect the safety and health of people who live in areas affected by the severe snowfall.
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Pak army provides medical care to more than 700 patients in Tirah Valley
On December 27, Pak Army’s Frontier Corps Khyber Pakhtunkhwa North organized a free medical camp in Mehrban Kali area of Tirah Valley, in which a total of more than 700 patients were provided medical aid.
According to the details, expert doctors examined the patients in this welfare camp and provided free medicines as needed. During the camp, along with checking the health of the patients, they were also provided with information about disease prevention.
Local citizens thanked the Pakistan Army for this initiative and called it a commendable act. Locals said that such measures not only reduce health problems but also in still a spirit of trust and cooperation among the people.
This free medical camp was organized by the Pakistan Army for the welfare and convenience of the people of Tirah Valley, which shows that the Pakistan Armed Forces are not only at the forefront of defending the country but also serving the people.
Local authorities and community representatives were also present on the occasion, who appreciated this initiative of the Frontier Corps and said that such measures are important for the health and prosperity of the people in the area.
