Widespread Flooding Causes Extensive Damage Across Pakistan
Severe flooding across Pakistan has left a trail of destruction, damaging more than 229,000 homes and killing over 22,800 livestock since June 26, according to data from the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA). The calamity has affected multiple provinces, displacing thousands of families and damaging property on a massive scale.
Punjab Suffers the Most Severe Impact
Punjab remains the worst-hit province, with 213,097 homes damaged by the floods. Among these, 55,134 homes were completely destroyed, while 157,963 suffered partial damage. The province also reported the death of 3,992 livestock. The extensive losses have placed immense pressure on local communities, as many families face homelessness and livelihood challenges.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Reports Heavy Losses
In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), floods damaged 3,222 houses, including 701 completely destroyed and 2,521 partially damaged. The province also reported the death of 5,467 livestock. Rural areas have been particularly hard hit, where agriculture and animal husbandry form the backbone of local economies.
Sindh Struggles with Damaged Infrastructure
The floods in Sindh damaged 3,332 houses and led to the loss of 577 livestock. Although the damage appears lower compared to Punjab and KP, the impact on vulnerable communities has been severe. Many flood-affected residents are now in urgent need of shelter and clean drinking water.
Balochistan Faces Destruction and Livestock Loss
In Balochistan, heavy rainfall and flash floods damaged 6,370 homes, of which 2,080 were completely destroyed and 4,290 partially damaged. The province also lost 4,585 livestock, worsening the plight of communities already struggling with economic hardship and limited access to aid.
Gilgit-Baltistan Records Substantial Livestock Loss
In the northern region of Gilgit-Baltistan, floods damaged 1,260 houses, including 779 completely and 481 partially. However, the most significant loss in this area was of livestock, with 7,981 animals reported dead. This has severely impacted families dependent on animal farming for their livelihoods.
AJK and Islamabad Also Affected
In Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), the floods damaged 2,417 homes, including 339 fully destroyed and 2,078 partially damaged, along with the loss of 239 livestock. Meanwhile, in Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT), 65 homes were affected — one completely and 64 partially — though no animal losses were reported.
National Response and Rehabilitation Efforts
The NDMA continues to assess flood-affected regions and coordinate relief efforts with provincial authorities. Emergency aid, including food, tents, and medical assistance, is being provided to displaced families. However, authorities warn that the recovery process will be long, especially in rural and mountainous areas.
Experts emphasize the need for improved flood management systems and better urban planning to mitigate future disasters. Climate change, unregulated construction, and inadequate drainage systems have intensified the impact of monsoon rains in recent years.
As Pakistan faces another year of widespread flooding, rebuilding damaged homes and restoring lost livelihoods will require significant national and international support.
