That rains and flash floods have wreaked havoc in various parts of the country is a grim reality as these have claimed a number of lives and massive damage to properties and infrastructure. Chitral appears to be the worst-hit area so far. Both federal and provincial governments have mobilised, however modest, resources to deal with the challenge. Members of civil society and various NGOs are also reaching out to the distressed people in an effective and meaningful manner.
However, what makes little sense is totally unwarranted debate over whether or not the country should have Kalabagh Dam. That the occasion is not appropriate for once again indulging in a heated discussion over this contentious issue is the profundity of the situation which demands greater national unity and cohesion. The Kalabagh Dam issue is nothing but a divisive topic which always exacerbates tensions and hurts efforts aimed at promoting inter-provincial harmony. All those who are making for and against arguments in this regard are therefore requested to expend their energies towards addressing the woes of the flood-affected people. They are also requested to postpone the Kalabagh Dam debate to some other occasion.