Pakistan, June 28 -- The heartbreaking drowning of 11 tourists in Swat River has triggered widespread grief and outrage across Pakistan, with several celebrities and athletes using social media to voice their sorrow and frustration. The tragic incident occurred near Mingora on Friday morning, where 17 people, including women and children, were swept away by flash floods following heavy rainfall upstream.

Disturbing videos circulating online showed the group stranded on a shrinking island in the river, desperately waiting for rescue. However, no emergency teams or rescue boats arrived for hours. The delayed response sparked anger among the public and prompted a strong reaction from prominent personalities across the country.

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