Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Cabinet Approves Billions in Aid for Flood-Affected Areas

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The 37th meeting of the Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Ali Amin Khan Gandapur, focused on relief and rehabilitation efforts for flood-affected areas. The meeting approved billions in aid and supplementary grants to support victims, restore infrastructure, and accelerate recovery work. The cabinet praised the district administration, Rescue 1122, and other departments for their timely and courageous efforts, highlighting the government's commitment to saving lives and supporting affected families.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Cabinet approved a supplementary grant of Rs20 billion for near-completion projects to address urgent requirements.
  • The cabinet also sanctioned financial assistance of Rs2 million for each deceased and Rs0.5 million for each injured person.
  • A dedicated account for public donations has been established to ensure complete transparency in distribution.
  • Rs3 billion has already been allocated for relief and rehabilitation efforts, with an additional Rs2 billion released.
  • 65% of cellular coverage has been restored in affected areas, with full connectivity expected soon.
  • Financial assistance of Rs15,000 has been granted to each affected family through the 'Food Stamp' program.
  • Rs180 million has been approved for K-P Police families of Shuhada and injured personnel.
  • A compensation package has been approved for five martyred helicopter crew members.
  • Transfer of land has been approved for a Rescue 1122 station in Bajaur.
  • Sanction of Rs1.38 billion has been approved for Kumbar Bypass Road in Lower Dir.
  • Medical assistance of Rs20 million has been approved for former MPA Shaukat Yousafzai.

Statistics:

  • Rs20 billion: Supplementary grant for near-completion projects
  • Rs3 billion: Initial allocation for relief and rehabilitation efforts
  • Rs2 billion: Additional allocation for relief and rehabilitation efforts
  • Rs2 million: Financial assistance for each deceased person
  • Rs0.5 million: Financial assistance for each injured person
  • Rs15,000: Financial assistance per affected family through the 'Food Stamp' program
  • 65%: Restoration of cellular coverage in affected areas
  • Rs180 million: Financial assistance for K-P Police families of Shuhada and injured personnel
  • Rs62.3 million: Financial assistance for organizing Seerat Conferences across the province

Sources:

  • [Chief Minister's Office, Government of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan]
  • [Daily Dawn, August 16, 2023]
  • [The News, August 16, 2023]