Following the directions of Director General Kaghan Development Authority (KDA) Shabbir Khan, the authority on Wednesday initiated significant operation to break and remove melting glaciers at different locations with an aim to ensure the safety of tourists. In line directions of DG KDA, Deputy Director Ameen-ul-Hassan has constituted a specialized team led by Building Inspector Faizan Khan which was actively engaged in the removal of melting glaciers through use of heavy machinery. It should be mentioned here that the melting glaciers pose potential threats to thousands of tourists visiting popular spots in the Naran Valley, including Chitta Katha Lake and the Saif-ul-Muluk Road.

The administration has issued a cautionary advisory to all tourists. Visitors are strongly urged to refrain from taking photographs on melting glaciers due to the prevailing weather conditions. Additionally, tourists are advised to avoid dangerous routes prone to sliding to prevent any possible accidents. Due to increasing temperatures in the region, glaciers at various tourist spots in Kaghan and Naran have started melting. A couple of days ago, two tourists from Punjab were buried under the snow while taking photos when a glacier suddenly collapsed, resulting in their tragic deaths.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan