NDMA: 657 Dead, 929 Injured in Pakistan Monsoon Rains

The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has released its latest update on the devastating monsoon floods in Pakistan, confirming that at least 657 people have died and 929 others have been injured since June 26. According to the report, the heavy torrential rains, flash floods, and related incidents have caused widespread destruction across multiple provinces, with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) suffering the most severe losses. Relief and rescue operations are being carried out in collaboration with provincial authorities to support the affected communities.

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) – Worst-Hit Province

• Deaths: 390 (288 men, 59 children, 43 women)

• Injuries: 245 (161 men, 45 children, 39 women)

• KP has faced catastrophic damage to homes, infrastructure, and livelihoods due to landslides, flash floods, and collapsed structures.

Punjab – Heavy Toll on Children

• Deaths: 164 (70 children, 63 men, 31 women)

• Injuries: 582 (225 men, 182 women, 175 children)

• Punjab witnessed massive destruction as urban flooding and heavy rains left thousands homeless.

Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) – Mountainous Hazards

• Deaths: 32 (18 men, 6 women, 8 children)

• Injuries: 31 (27 men, 3 children, 1 woman)

• Steep terrain and landslides worsened the crisis in Gilgit-Baltistan, cutting off villages from relief supplies.

Sindh – Rising Flood Risk

• Deaths: 28 (14 children, 10 men, 4 women)

• Injuries: 40 (27 children, 7 men, 6 women)

• Sindh’s low-lying areas continue to face rising water levels, putting thousands at risk of displacement.

The NDMA has assured ongoing coordination with provincial governments to speed up:

• Rescue missions in remote and cut-off areas

• Distribution of food, shelter, and medical aid

• Evacuation of families from high-risk flood zones

• Rehabilitation plans for long-term recovery

NDMA officials emphasized that the situation remains critical as monsoon rains are expected to continue, raising fears of more floods and casualties.

• Provincial disaster authorities have deployed rescue boats, medical teams, and relief camps.

• The federal government has promised financial assistance and compensation to flood victims.

• NGOs and international aid agencies are stepping in to provide emergency supplies.

The Pakistan Monsoon Floods 2025 have already caused 657 deaths and 929 injuries, exposing the country’s vulnerability to climate change and poor infrastructure resilience. With Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab bearing the brunt of the crisis, the NDMA urges urgent precautionary measures as the monsoon season is far from over.

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