Celebrities ask nation to donate ‘generously’ as floods continue to ravage Pakistan

Mahnoor Irfan

Unprecedented rainfall over the last few weeks has wreaked havoc across Pakistan since June and left destruction in their wake, with no respite for people as rivers continue to overrun, resulting in flash floods. Pakistan is going through a difficult time politically as well as economically and now natural disaster has hit us bad. Floods have hit Pakistan in full force.

Official statistics show that 982 people have been killed in rain and flood-related incidents, while more than 5.7 million people have been affected.
While South Punjab and parts of Swat are going through a disastrous period, the entirety of Balochistan and Sindh is alarming. It is reported that hundreds of people have died as a result of buildings entirely submerging in water.
The governments in all provinces as well as in center are fast running out of resources and the nation has gotten together to help people survive this disaster. In light of the ongoing situation, In light of such catastrophe, the Pakistan cricket players have also voiced their concerns and asked the citizens to join them in the noble cause of donations.

Pakistani celebrities are also not far behind as people like Hadiqa Kiani are making arrangements to help the flood affected themselves while other celebs are sharing links for donations so more money can be raised. At the same time, celebs are also raising their voices against increased prices of relief goods including tents, tarpoline, plastic sheets and food supplies. Here are the celebs who have been raising voices and praying for our flood affected brethren:

Actor Adnan Siddiqui also tweeted out prayers for those displaced, encouraging his followers to donate to the Shahid Afridi Foundation. “Prayers for all the families that have been displaced by the flood havoc in Baluchistan, Sindh, Punjab, and KPK. Let’s come together to help them in whatever way we can. Please donate as much as you can,” the Tamasha host wrote.

Actor Hamza Ali Abbasi expressed his disbelief at the devastation caused and wrote, “Heartbreaking devastation from floods in Pakistan. Climate change and global warming are hitting us hard. I hope we can build reservoirs soon because these floods will happen again! Please locate a credible relief effort and donate generously to it. May God ease the hardships of the affected.”

Musician Shehzad Roy, known for his humanitarian efforts through his non-profit organization Zindagi Trust, tweeted out about the urgent need for flood relief efforts. “Let’s convert our political rage into flood relief. Let’s unite our families to save families affected by the floods,” he wrote

Rohail Hyatt shared a list of organisations assisting in flood relief efforts, urging his followers to contribute. “Every contribution, no matter how small, makes a difference. Sharing a list of organisations helping out with flood relief. Please donate generously,” the former Coke Studio producer wrote.

Renowned actor Shaan Shahid tweeted out a prayer for the affectees and wrote, “Almighty Allah, please protect Pakistan.”

Singer and actor Farhan Saeed also encouraged his followers to donate. “My heart goes out to all the flood victims. Praying for my beloved Pakistan. Help, do charity, and please encourage family and friends to do the same. Our people need us!” the Mere Humsafar actor wrote.

 

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Other known figures also shed light on the situation on Instagram, including actor Ushna Shah, Aiman khan, Ahmad Ali butt, Ahsan Khan and British Pakistani actor Riz Ahmed.

Actor Humayun Saeed tweeted out an appeal to the government to oversee the devastations caused by the natural disaster and said, “An extremely distressing situation all across Pakistan following the rain and floods. I appeal to the government to please take urgent action and provide all necessary relief to our displaced brothers and sisters. All of us too must extend our support to the flood victims in every possible way.”

Pakistani Canadian actor Armeena Khan also asked her followers to help out with the cause and said “These floods are devastating. Right, time to do my bit. Watch this space, I’ll be calling on you for help with it.”

Actor Mahira Khan also reshared a post by Alkhidmat Foundation, a non-profit working on-site to assist with rescue efforts and delivery of supplies. “Big or small, whatever one can do,” The Legend of Maula Jatt actor wrote.

Singer Meesha Shafi also shared her critique and wrote, “It takes a special kind of Olympic championship-level narcissist to talk about the pressure they’re facing when their country is drowning.”

May Allah help this nation in these difficult times. May we see a time when our children would enjoy rains as a blessing and not drown in sorrows as soon as the rain water start pouring in. Give a hand to your brethren in need and urge others who can afford to do the same!

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