Pakistan has dispatched a chartered cargo flight carrying 100 tonnes of humanitarian assistance from Islamabad to Kathmandu, responding to the severe floods and landslides that have devastated large parts of Nepal. The flight departed on 6 September under the direct orders of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, signalling a swift bilateral relief effort.
The relief consignment includes food rations, medical kits, blankets and materials for temporary shelters, all aimed at meeting the immediate needs of families whose homes and livelihoods were wiped out by the recent deluge. Officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority worked in tandem to organise the cargo and secure clearance, ensuring that the aid reached the Nepali border without unnecessary delay.
The disaster in Nepal, triggered by unusually heavy monsoon rains, has left thousands homeless and strained the country’s emergency response capacity. Nepal’s government has appealed for international assistance, and Pakistan’s contribution marks one of the largest single‑country aid shipments received to date. The assistance complements ongoing efforts by the United Nations and regional partners to provide food, clean water and medical care to affected communities.
Beyond the immediate relief, the operation underscores the long‑standing friendship and strategic partnership between Pakistan and Nepal. By extending support beyond its own borders, Pakistan seeks to reinforce its image as a responsible regional actor and to deepen diplomatic goodwill, which may translate into stronger trade and security cooperation in the future.
The aid flight is expected to land at Tribhuvan International Airport later on 6 September, after which Nepali authorities will distribute the supplies to the most vulnerable districts, primarily in the eastern and central hilly regions where landslides have caused the greatest damage. Local NGOs and community groups have been briefed on the delivery schedule to facilitate rapid deployment.