The Punjab government has launched Pakistan’s first-ever airlift drone service to strengthen rescue and relief efforts in flood-hit regions. The specially designed drone can carry and transport a person weighing up to 200 kilograms, making it a groundbreaking step in emergency response technology.
Punjab Home Secretary Dr. Ahmad Javed Qazi announced the immediate deployment of the drone to Multan, where rising waters have left many stranded. The Civil Defense successfully conducted test flights over the Ravi River in Lahore before field operations.
Dr. Qazi confirmed that the government plans to purchase 10 additional drones, making Punjab the first province with a dedicated airlift drone service. “This technology will allow us to reach areas that are too dangerous or inaccessible during floods,” he said.
Alongside drone deployment, over 4,000 citizens registered as Civil Defense volunteers this week, strengthening community-based rescue operations. Meanwhile, Commissioner Maryam Khan reported that more than half of the floodwater has been cleared at Mohlanwal Theme Park, where de-watering efforts continue with 17 machines and five cranes.
With modern technology and citizen participation, Punjab is setting new standards in disaster management.
