Relief Operation Accelerated in Flood-Affected Jhang

Jhang: Relief operation has been expedited in Jhang as water from the Chenab River inundated over one hundred and thirty villages in the district. In the suburban area of Jhang, the main gate of the shrine of Hazrat Sultan Bahoo (RA) has also been closed, although visitors are being allowed entry through alternative gates.

According to Radio Pakistan, the water flow at Chund Bridge has reached five hundred and fifty thousand cusec, while at Head Trimmu it stands at one hundred and forty-seven thousand cusec. Authorities have confirmed that all protective embankments across the district remain safe, with the Irrigation Department and other agencies on high alert. Heavy machinery has been deployed at sensitive points to ensure the security of protective dykes.

Rescue teams are in the field to extend all possible assistance to the flood-affected people besides ensuring immediate provision of food and other essential supplies.