Stars and athletes, notably from the cricketing world, voice their sympathy towards the catastrophic flooding affecting the northern regions
In the wake of devastating floods and landslides in northern Pakistan, several organizations are working tirelessly to provide aid and support to those in need. Former Pakistan cricket captain Sarfaraz Ahmed has appealed for prayers and asked for divine intervention, stating, "Ya Allah, protect KPK, protect Pakistan. Grant shelter to the homeless, heal the wounded, and give patience to the ones who lost their loved ones. Ameen."
As the death toll continues to rise, with at least 344 lives lost in northern Pakistan according to the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), it is crucial that we come together to help those affected. Here are some organizations accepting donations to support the relief efforts:
Organizations Accepting Donations
- Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) AKDN is working closely with local authorities and communities to provide emergency supplies, shelter, and support for habitat recovery. Although they do not directly list donation options for flood relief on their website, you can support their efforts by contacting them through their official channels for more information on contributing to their relief operations.
- Islamic Relief Islamic Relief is providing immediate aid and long-term recovery support, working in districts like Buner, Swat, and Shangla in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. You can donate through their website or contribute to their appeal for Pakistan flood relief, aiming to raise significant funds for both immediate and long-term recovery efforts.
- Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS) PRCS is conducting rapid needs assessments, providing emergency supplies, and deploying volunteers. Support their efforts by donating through their affiliated organizations like the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies.
- Team Droplets of Mercy Team Droplets of Mercy is providing emergency aid across northern Pakistan. You can donate to them using online platforms or through their social media channels.
By donating money, volunteering, or spreading awareness about these organizations and their relief efforts, you can contribute to the essential relief and recovery efforts in affected areas. As Azhar stated, "together, we can help heal what has been broken."
In addition to these organizations, several cricketers have taken to social media to pray for the victims and call for expedited actions to rescue and rehabilitate the flood-hit communities. Singer Umair Jaswal appealed to the public to avoid traveling to northern areas in the coming days for safety reasons and to ease rescue and relief efforts.
As the floods and landslides have destroyed homes, shops, and infrastructure in districts including Buner, Swat, Mansehra, Bajaur, and Batagram, it is essential that we stand together in prayer, support, and caution, as Umair Jaswal asked, "Let's stand together in prayer, support, and caution."
[1] AKDN Contact Information [2] NDMA Flood Relief Update [3] Islamic Relief Pakistan Flood Relief Appeal [4] PRCS Flood Relief Appeal [5] Team Droplets of Mercy Donation Information
- The world is monitoring the increasing death toll in northern Pakistan, reportedly reaching 344 lives, as announced by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA).
- Pakistani cricketer Sarfaraz Ahmed has made a heartfelt appeal, asking God to protect Pakistan and grant aid to those left homeless and wounded by the floods.
- To support the relief efforts, individuals can donate to humanitarian organizations such as Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), Islamic Relief, Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS), and Team Droplets of Mercy.
- Celebrity Umair Jaswal, joining the call for help, urged the public to be cautious and avoid traveling to affected districts, particularly in the coming days, aiding relief and rescue operations.
