People affected by heavy rains can stay at shrines: Sindh minister

Sindh Minister for Auqaf and Religious Affairs Syed Riaz Hussain Shah Shirazi has said that shrines in the province, including Karachi, are open for people affected by heavy rains to stay there.

In a statement, he said those stranded due to waterlogging and blocked roads may take shelter at their nearest shrine or dargah, where they will be provided full protection, food and basic facilities.

The minister also directed the department to ensure immediate drainage of rainwater from within and around shrines.

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Intermittent heavy rainfall in Karachi since Tuesday morning has submerged parts of the city, triggering urban flooding. Low-lying areas have been inundated, and ten people have lost their lives in various incidents.

Power supply has been suspended on 550 feeders, leaving many areas without electricity for up to 16 hours. A K-Electric spokesperson confirmed that power is being supplied from over 1,550 out of 2,100 feeders.

Major roads, including Shara-e-Faisal, University Road, and II Chundrigar Road, were submerged, causing severe traffic jams. Commuters were stranded as vehicles and buses became trapped in water, and residents were seen pushing cars and motorcycles through flooded streets.