Gilgit (Web Desk): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday arrived in Gilgit on a day-long visit to review the rescue and relief operations in the flood-hit areas.
On his arrival, Advisor to the PM on Kashmir and Gilgit Baltistan Qamar Zaman Kaira received the prime minister.
Later, the prime minister flew to Ghizar district where he visited the Bobar village and interacted with the flood-affected people.
The premier expressed condolence over the loss of lives and properties due to devastating floods.
PM Shehbaz assured the flood-stricken people that the government would not leave them alone until all of the families were rehabilitated.
He said the government is making all-out efforts to ease the difficulties being faced by the people in flood-ravaged areas.
During the visit, the authorities concerned briefed the prime minister about the flood situation, consequent losses and ongoing relief and rehabilitation activities.
The prime minister was told that the floods had killed 17 people and damaged 249 houses in the village. Moreover, 794 animals and several orchards were also washed away during the calamity.
