The Ministry of Climate Change has released the Monsoon Strategic Plan 2026, identifying potential flood risks and preventive measures to protect the country during next year’s monsoon season.
According to the plan, Pakistan may face five types of floods, including riverine floods, hill torrents, urban flooding, glacial bursts, and coastal storms.
The plan warns that 55 districts across the country are at high risk of flooding, with 15 districts in Azad Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan particularly vulnerable.
To mitigate these risks, the government has proposed real-time water monitoring, construction of small and check dams, and improvements to urban drainage and solid waste management systems.
Authorities also plan to enforce strict action against encroachments that block natural waterways and establish early warning systems alongside hazard maps to alert communities in advance.
The strategy also emphasizes the importance of strengthening mangrove forests in coastal areas and coordinating with the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) to take pre-emptive measures.
The ministry highlighted that implementing these steps could significantly reduce flood-related losses, safeguard lives, and ensure sustainable water management, reinforcing Pakistan’s resilience against climate-related disasters.
