Torrential Rains Wreak Havoc in Sindh: Urgent Measures Implemented

Sindh faces severe flooding after heavy rains since Friday, disrupting infrastructure and utilities. Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah directs authorities to initiate rapid emergency actions. More rain is forecasted. Key officials review the situation via video link.

Amid torrential rains battering various districts of Sindh since Friday, Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has mobilized local authorities to address massive flooding that has disrupted drainage and electricity networks. Reported by Dawn, the situation, worsened by continuous heavy rainfall till Sunday, has severely impacted both urban and rural regions.

The Pakistan Meteorological Department forecasts further significant rainfall and thunderstorms in Sindh on Monday. On Sunday morning, CM Murad chaired a high-level emergency meeting at CM House, expressing deep concern over flooded highways and waterlogged streets in Sukkur, Dadu, Jacobabad, and Naushahro Feroze.

Murad emphasized the need for immediate action to protect lives and property, instructing rigorous dewatering operations and active involvement of government machinery including district administrations and local bodies. The irrigation department was directed to patrol canal embankments to prevent breaches. Key officials, including Salman Shah from PDMA and Rangers DG Azhar Waqas, attended the meeting alongside other high-ranking representatives via video link.

Reports highlight that 22 people were killed and many injured in early August due to torrential rains across Pakistan, causing widespread damage to life, property, and infrastructure. Rains have also led to flooding and landslides in Punjab, KP, and Balochistan regions.

(With inputs from agencies.)