Published on, Aug. 27 -- August 27, 2025 10:41 AM

The Punjab government has requested immediate army deployment to support rescue and relief operations as floods worsen in six districts, including Lahore, Kasur, Sialkot, Faisalabad, Narowal, and Okara. The provincial Home Department wrote to the Ministry of Interior, seeking urgent approval for troops, army aviation, and additional resources. Once approved, soldiers will assist the Provincial Disaster Management Authority and local administrations in saving lives and providing emergency relief to flood-affected communities.

Moreover, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed the National Disaster Management Authority to accelerate evacuation and relief operations across Punjab's floode...