Punjab Seeks Army Aid as PDMA Warns of Severe Flood Risk
Severe flooding has affected several regions of Punjab due to the release of water from Indian rivers. In response to the crisis, the Punjab government has requested the deployment of military forces in the districts of Lahore, Kasur, Sialkot, Faisalabad, Narowal, and Okara to ensure the safety of lives and facilitate timely relief efforts. The district administrations of these six affected areas had formally requested the deployment of military personnel to assist in the ongoing emergency operations. According to the Punjab Home Department, local administrations, along with Rescue 1122, Civil Defence, and police, are already on the ground and actively engaged in rescue and relief efforts. However, due to the potential risks posed by the situation, the provincial government has called upon the military to support the civilian administration and address any unforeseen circumstances. The department has officially sent a request to the Ministry of IThe number of military personnel to b...