Karakoram Highway Reopens as Rescue Efforts Continue in Flood-Hit Gilgit-Baltistan

The Karakoram Highway (KKH) has been reopened to all traffic as aid and rescue operations persist in Gilgit-Baltistan following devastating floods. The region has experienced severe destruction due to climate change impacts, including flash floods triggered by heatwaves and glacial melting. The government is actively conducting search and rescue missions, distributing aid to affected areas, and evacuating stranded tourists via helicopters and special flights.

Jul 26, 2025 - 11:55
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Karakoram Highway Reopens as Rescue Efforts Continue in Flood-Hit Gilgit-Baltistan

The Karakoram Highway (KKH) was reopened on Saturday as aid and rescue operations continued in Gilgit-Baltistan after flash floods battered the region.

The impacts of climate change in GB have become more visible with heatwaves, erratic weather, and glacial melting triggering cloudbursts and floods.

Floods hit GB’s Babusar area and Naran, causing landslides, leaving nine dead, and damaging over 500 structures.

GB government spokesperson Faizullah Faraq confirmed the KKH is open for all traffic after being blocked due to landslides.

Rescue operations are ongoing in flood-affected areas like Kunduz and Ghanche, with relief efforts distributing tents, food, and medicines.

Search operations are underway for missing tourists in Babusar and Fairy Meadows, with the Pakistan Army and local volunteers involved.

GB Chief Minister will address flood disasters and rehabilitation efforts in a press conference.

The NDMA issued a landslide alert for northern areas, advising caution and preparedness.

Special flights and helicopter services are evacuating stranded tourists and locals, with arrangements made by the GB government, NDMA, and Pakistan Army.

Melting glaciers and cloudbursts have caused significant damage to roads, vehicles, and infrastructure in GB.

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