GILGIT – Babusar Top, located in the scenic Kaghan Valley, recently became the site of a deadly flash flood that devastated the region. Among the victims of this tragic event is Shabana, a TV anchor at Khyber News, who went missing with her husband and four children during a family trip to the mountainous area.
According to officials from the Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) government, the family traveled to Babusar Top, but there has been no communication or trace of them since. The missing persons include Shabana, her husband Liaquat Ali, and their four children: Aimal, Iman, and two others. The news of their disappearance has shocked many, especially on social media.
Local authorities, in collaboration with rescue agencies, have launched a search and rescue operation. The efforts include the use of modern tracking technology and sniffer dogs, but the region’s rugged terrain and unpredictable weather conditions have slowed progress.
The situation has highlighted the difficulties of conducting operations in areas like Babusar Top, known for its breathtaking views but also for its challenging accessibility and lack of reliable mobile coverage.
Babusar Top, which attracts tourists for its high-altitude roads and stunning vistas, is notorious for sudden weather changes. These conditions, combined with the region’s remoteness, make it difficult to ensure safety and swift communication.
As the search continues, there are growing calls from locals and social media users for improved safety infrastructure in the area.
Babusar Top has become increasingly popular as a tourist destination, but the lack of emergency support systems has raised concerns about the safety of visitors.
Many are urging authorities to focus on enhancing surveillance and emergency services to prevent such incidents in the future. The ongoing search for Shabana and her family is a reminder of the need for better infrastructure in remote tourist spots like Babusar Top.
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