ARIFWALA: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz remained safe after a wall collapsed during the landing of her helicopter in Arifwala on Thursday. Officials confirmed that neither the aircraft nor the chief minister was damaged in the incident.
Maryam Nawaz had arrived in Arifwala, a tehsil of Pakpattan district, to attend the inauguration ceremony of the Nawaz Sharif School. The visit was part of her official schedule to launch the educational project.
According to officials, the incident occurred while the helicopter was landing. During the landing process, a nearby wall collapsed. However, the helicopter landed safely despite the unexpected incident.
Authorities immediately assessed the situation after the wall fell. They confirmed that Maryam Nawaz was not injured and that the helicopter also remained undamaged.
Officials did not report any disruption to the chief minister’s official visit. The inauguration ceremony continued as planned after the helicopter landed safely.
The exact reason behind the wall collapse has not yet been disclosed. Authorities have also not confirmed whether weather conditions, helicopter rotor pressure, or any structural weakness contributed to the incident.
Government officials said more information will be shared once the initial assessment is completed. Relevant departments are expected to review the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Security personnel and local administration remained present at the site throughout the visit. Standard security arrangements were in place for the chief minister’s arrival and departure.
The Nawaz Sharif School inauguration was one of the key events during Maryam Nawaz’s visit to Arifwala. The project is part of the Punjab government’s focus on improving educational facilities across the province.
Eyewitnesses reported that the helicopter landed safely despite the collapse of the nearby wall. Officials quickly secured the area to ensure there was no further risk.
No official reports have indicated any injuries to security staff, officials, or members of the public. The incident was limited to the collapse of the wall, according to preliminary information.
Authorities have said additional details are still awaited. An official statement is expected once the relevant departments complete their review of the incident.
The chief minister completed her scheduled engagement after arriving safely at the venue. Officials emphasized that Maryam Nawaz remained unharmed throughout the incident, and the helicopter did not suffer any visible damage.
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The incident has drawn public attention due to the involvement of the chief minister’s official helicopter. However, authorities have urged people to wait for the complete findings before drawing conclusions about the cause of the wall collapse.
