Pakistan Army Launches Rescue Operation for Stranded Tourists in Babusar

Islamabad: Due to the recent flooding in Babusar and at Karakoram Highway, Pakistan Army launched a rescue operation for stranded tourists and travelers. Tourists and travelers have been safely evacuated to secure locations through Army helicopters.

According to Radio Pakistan, so far, fifteen helicopter sorties have been conducted to transport people to safety. Pakistan Army and Gilgit-Baltistan Scouts teams are delivering food and essential supplies to the affected individuals. Immediate medical aid is also being provided to the injured.

Road clearance efforts are ongoing, with machinery and personnel continuously working to restore routes. Obstructions on Babusar and Karakoram Highway are being removed. Search and rescue teams have been dispatched to locate missing persons.

Pakistan Army has also conducted a rescue operation on Skardu-Deosai Road hit by landslides at various locations. After tireless efforts throughout the night, Pakistan Army’s engineering teams, using heavy machinery, have completely cleared the road from Skardu to Sadpara Mountaineering School and from Deosai to Sadpara village. All blocked routes have been reopened and the stranded individuals and vehicles have been safely evacuated.

Traffic has resumed and is now flowing smoothly. Army troops remain deployed in the area to respond promptly to any potential emergency situation. Local residents and tourists have praised the Pakistan Army for their timely action and professional capabilities.