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Heavy Rain Causes Highway Closure in Gilgit-Baltistan, Hundreds Stranded

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In Gilgit-Baltistan, heavy rainfall triggered landslides, severing the Karakoram Highway from connectivity with Pakistan’s mainland. Traffic has ground to a halt due to blocked sections in Upper Kohistan.

Reports indicate that hundreds of stranded passengers and cargo vehicles face critical challenges as rain intensifies throughout the region. Authorities are actively engaged in rescue and repair efforts to quickly restore road access.

District officials have informed that 60 stranded individuals have been relocated to safe shelters while rescue operations continue. The situation underscores the vulnerability of this remote area during adverse weather conditions, highlighting the need for improved infrastructure resilience.

Emergency services are focused on clearing debris and repairing damaged roads to minimize disruption. Residents remain vigilant as more updates come in from officials regarding efforts to restore normalcy to the region’s vital transportation lifeline.

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