In the past four days, the province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) has been battered by heavy rains and landslides, leading to a tragic loss of 15 lives and injuries to 14 individuals. The torrential downpours and floods have also caused extensive damage to residential properties, leaving 83 houses partially damaged and 12 houses completely destroyed.
Government’s Relief Efforts for Affected Communities
In response to the calamity, the government has stepped forward with relief measures to aid the affected communities. Secretary Relief Abdul Basit has announced that the families of the deceased will receive Rs. 1 million as compensation, aiming to ease their financial burden during this difficult time. Additionally, the government has allocated Rs. 60 million to assist the rain and flood-affected districts, with immediate compensation being disbursed following the policy guidelines outlined by Abdul Basit.
Compensation Package Details for the Affected
The compensation package, according to PDMA spokesperson Taimur Ali, encompasses various categories. Families of the deceased will be granted Rs. 1 million in compensation. Those who have suffered severe injuries will receive compensation ranging from Rs. 200,000 to Rs. 300,000, while individuals with minor injuries will be provided with Rs. 50,000.
Bracing for Future Challenges
As the province prepares for the next spell of monsoon rains starting from 31 July, authorities remain concerned about the potential occurrence of flash floods and urban flooding.
Support for Rebuilding Damaged Houses
PDMA has also announced financial assistance for the reconstruction of damaged houses. Houses with two or more rooms affected by natural calamities will be eligible for Rs. 200,000, while those with only one room damaged will receive Rs. 100,000. Houses with only one room destroyed are eligible for Rs. 80,000, and if four walls of a house collapse due to natural accidents, Rs. 50,000 will be provided.
