Pakistan
Flood affected people protest in Gilgit against ‘corruption in relief’, block Ghizar road
by Abbas Wafa
Gilgit, July 31: Hundreds of flood affected people took to the streets today in Gilgit city protesting against what they called misappropriation and mismanagement in relief distribution. The protesters blocked Ghizar road in Baseen area and chanted slogans against the administration.
The protesters alleged that government officials were giving relief items like tents and blankets to their relatives while the real affected people were being ignored.
Blockade of the road created difficulties for those wiling to travel to Ghizar district.
Due to heavey monsoon rains in Pakistan, about half of the Pakistan is under flood. Millions
of people need help. They have no food and shelter. Please create awareness and try to help
these needy people. You can give your suggestions to us at info@forumpakistan.com , your
little help can save a life.
A message from http://www.forumpakistan.com , we request all the charity organization in the
world to come in Pakistan and help in this hour of need.
Thanks.