President sends condolences to families of flood victims in Pakistan

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu on Sunday extended his heartfelt condolences to the families affected by the devastating heavy rains and floods in Pakistan's southern and northwestern regions.

He also expressed sympathy to those who have lost loved ones in the ongoing disaster.

The relentless rainfall has claimed at least 307 lives and left several others missing over the past two days in Pakistan. The destructive floods have also destroyed at least 70 houses, leaving thousands of people homeless.

President Muizzu conveyed his sorrow over the loss of lives and other severe damages in an X post. He tagged both Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and President Asif Ali Zardari, affirming that the Maldives stands in solidarity with the government and people of Pakistan during this challenging time.

Deeply saddened by the tragic loss of lives and the large-scale devastation caused by the recent flash floods and heavy rains in Pakistan.

On behalf of the government and the people of Maldives, I extend our sincere condolences to the bereaved families and all those affected.…

— Dr Mohamed Muizzu (@MMuizzu) August 17, 2025

The Pakistan Meteorological Department has forecasted heavy to very heavy rainfall in isolated areas across the country for the next four days, with a potential easing of conditions only expected on Thursday, August 21.

Reports also indicate that India's Jammu and Kashmir, in close proximity to Pakistan's Azad Kashmir, is experiencing significant rainfall, contributing to the regional crisis. The floods are further exacerbating the situation by triggering landslides, and there are growing concerns that rivers in Pakistan's Swat valley may overflow due to the prolonged precipitation.

In response to the escalating crisis, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has urged government institutions to take proactive measures to provide essential assistance to those impacted by the heavy rains. He has also convened an emergency cabinet meeting to closely monitor the extent of the damage. Furthermore, Prime Minister Sharif has directed federal ministers and the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), which operates similarly to a task force, to collaborate in relief efforts and damage assessment.