Renowned actress Mahira Khan has shared a deeply unsettling experience tied to the devastating floods and heavy rains wreaking havoc across Pakistan. In an emotional Instagram post, she described the fear and helplessness she felt while traveling back from Nathia Gali in Abbottabad, a route threatened by landslides and flash floods.
Mahira revealed that throughout her journey, she was haunted by the thought of being swept away by sudden landslides or surging waters. The distress of the situation made her reflect on the plight of those trapped in disaster-hit areas, battling every moment to safeguard their homes and loved ones. “Natural calamities strip people of control over their lives,” she wrote, adding that survivors are often left powerless despite their desperate struggles.
The ongoing monsoon rains have unleashed widespread devastation, with more than 400 lives already lost in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) and Gilgit-Baltistan due to floods and landslides. In Sindh, persistent rainfall continues to add to the misery, while Karachi once again endured severe urban flooding on Tuesday, exposing the fragility of its infrastructure.
Journalist Rabia Anum highlighted Karachi’s vulnerability in a powerful social media post, asserting that the city “doesn’t drown in rain, it drowns in corruption.” She lamented decades of neglect and absence of effective planning, pointing out that negligence, not rainfall, is what endangers lives. Her words resonated widely as Karachi’s residents faced yet another crisis without adequate rescue systems in place.
Singer Farhan Saeed also expressed grief, remarking that while Karachi continues to suffer, cities like Lahore demonstrate the difference that functional governance and planning can make. He wished for a day when Karachi would finally rise to its true potential, reflecting the resilience and spirit of its people.
Amid the destruction, Mahira Khan prayed for mercy and protection for all those enduring this calamity, emphasizing the urgent need for compassion, preparedness, and stronger infrastructure in the face of Pakistan’s recurring natural disasters.
