Chakwal, Jhelum should be declared disaster-hit, says Punjab governor

CHAKWAL (Dunya News) – Punjab Governor Sardar Saleem Haider has stated that the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP)’s demand to declare Chakwal and Jhelum as disaster-hit areas is justified.

Speaking to the media in Chakwal, the governor said that he would speak with the Punjab government to ensure Chakwal is officially declared a disaster-affected area. He added that both the Punjab government and the Governor's Office would contribute to compensating for the damages caused by the rains.

He further mentioned that a survey is currently underway to assess the losses caused by the heavy rains in Chakwal.

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Governor Sardar Saleem Haider noted that Chakwal received a record 450 mm of rainfall, resulting in significant damage.