Karachi: Sindh Information and Transport Minister Sharjeel Memon said that due to storm, residents of affected areas have been relocated to relief camps. He advised people not to approach Karachi coast and urged them to cooperate with government agencies by following their instructions. During press conference at Sindh Assembly media corner, he mentioned that Rescue 1122 is prepared to handle any emergency situation and additional drainage machines have been procured. Today heavy rainfall is expected and emergency contact numbers have been provided.

Sharjeel Memon provided an update on situation, stating that over 78,000 individuals have been evacuated from coastal regions of Thatta, Badin and Sajawal, approximately 93 percent of population in these areas has been successfully relocated to safe locations. Although water has entered some settlements in coastal areas, government’s prompt arrangements have helped minimise significant damage. He informed that people have been transferred to relief camps in Thatta district. Minister He expressed emphasised need to move away from politics of hatred. Criticising Jamaat-e-Islami he said they provided weapons to students, which is fascist approach. He clarified that Jamaat-e-Islami expects Pakistan Peoples’ Party will ask PTI to vote Jamaat, however, according to democratic principles, each party can only seek votes for itself and not for others. On presence of PTI supporters at their homes and not voting, it is beyond our control. He highlighted PPP’s contributions in implementing significant projects in Karachi, which he believes has gained support for party.  Murtaza Wahab emerged as victor. He urged that if Jamaat engages in any acts of hooliganism, law enforcement authorities will not permit anyone to take matters into their own hands.

He said that buses were filled and individuals with history of violence were brought in by Jamaat-e-Islami. He reiterated that regardless of person’s party affiliation, if they take law into their own hands, legal measures will be taken against them.

Published in The Daily National Courier, June, 16 2023

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