The Punjab government has introduced Pakistan’s first emergency airlift drone service to help rescue people trapped during floods and natural disasters.
According to the Punjab Home Department, the new drone can carry a person weighing up to 200 kilograms to a safe location. It is designed to make rescue operations faster and more effective in disaster-hit areas.
The Punjab Home Secretary directed the immediate deployment of the drone to Multan, where rising floodwaters have trapped several residents. Civil Defense had previously conducted successful test flights in Lahore, confirming that the drone is fully operational and ready for emergencies.
The government plans to acquire ten additional drones to strengthen Civil Defense capabilities across Punjab. These drones will ensure timely rescue operations during floods, storms, or other emergencies.
Home Secretary Punjab praised Civil Defense personnel and volunteers for their bravery, calling them “frontline soldiers” in protecting lives during disasters. He highlighted their dedication in reaching people in hard-to-access areas.
To further enhance rescue efforts, Punjab is establishing the Civil Defense Resilience Corps. This initiative aims to provide modern training, equipment, and technology to personnel and volunteers across the province.
Citizens can register online to join the Resilience Corps. More than 4,000 volunteers signed up within the past week to help flood-affected communities. Trained volunteers will assist in rescue and relief operations alongside Civil Defense professionals.
The Punjab Home Secretary emphasized that integrating advanced technologies like airlift drones will modernize rescue operations and bring the province’s disaster response standards in line with developed countries.
This initiative marks a significant milestone in Punjab’s disaster management efforts, demonstrating the government’s commitment to protecting lives and improving emergency response across the province.
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