AKDN Pledges Support for Flood Recovery and Development in Gilgit-Baltistan
Gilgit-Baltistan Chief Minister Haji Gulbar Khan recently hosted senior leaders from the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) to discuss urgent recovery efforts and long-term development plans following devastating floods in the region.
High-Level Delegation Meets GB Leadership
The delegation included:
- Nizar Mewawalla, President of the Ismaili Council for Pakistan
- Aziz Boolani, CEO of Serena Hotels
- Akhtar Iqbal, CEO of Aga Khan Foundation Pakistan
CM Gulbar Khan expressed deep appreciation for AKDN’s longstanding contributions to education, healthcare, climate resilience, and community development in Gilgit-Baltistan.
Responding to the Flood Crisis
Following a formal request for assistance from the Chief Minister to His Highness the Aga Khan, AKDN leaders pledged comprehensive support for flood-affected communities.
“We stand with the people of Gilgit-Baltistan in this time of need,” said Nizar Mewawalla, offering condolences and reaffirming AKDN’s commitment to recovery and resilience.
Key Recovery Initiatives
AKDN’s support will include:
- Reconstruction and eco-friendly upgrades of seven educational institutions
- Solar panel installation and repair in damaged government healthcare facilities
- Restoration of potable water systems and protective infrastructure
- Formation of eight Community Emergency Response Teams in the hardest-hit areas
Strengthening Healthcare Access
To bolster healthcare delivery, AKDN will:
- Distribute portable medical devices and supplies
- Deploy mobile healthcare units to flood-impacted zones
- Launch a program to identify and treat 3,000 undernourished children and women
These efforts aim to restore essential services and build long-term resilience in Gilgit-Baltistan’s vulnerable communities.
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