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ISLAMABAD, Nov 19 (APP):National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) Chairman Lt Gen Inam Haider Malik on Wednesday warned that Pakistan is likely to experience 22 to 26 percent above-normal rainfall during the 2026 monsoon season, stressing that weather extremes are intensifying and urgent preparations are required to minimize potential losses.
Speaking to the media alongside Minister for Climate Change Dr. Musadiq Malik, the NDMA chief revealed that 3.1 million people had been relocated to safe areas during this year’s monsoon. He emphasized that both federal and provincial governments carry significant responsibilities in disaster management, noting that recommendations have already been prepared for regulating river flows.
He said tourism activities (mostly in northern areas) will remain restricted during the month of June and July to prevent losses.
Lt Gen Malik highlighted the role of the early warning system, under which provinces are alerted six to eight months in advance. He added that timely weekly alerts would enable provincial authorities to adopt more effective precautionary measures.
He further disclosed that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved a short-term plan to mitigate the impacts of climate change, directing immediate implementation. The premier has also called for coordinated climate-related planning in partnership with provincial governments.