ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s government dispatched its 21st consignment of relief items from the eastern city of Lahore on Monday, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) said in a statement, reaffirming solidarity with the people of Palestine amid Israel’s military operations.
The 21st consignment, consisting of 100 tons of relief goods, was sent via a special flight from Lahore’s Allama Iqbal International Airport, the NDMA said. It added that the consignment comprises 100 tons of ration bags, cooked meals and fruit tin packs.
“So far, a total of 2,027 tons of aid has been sent through 21 consignments,” the NDMA said.
Federal Minister for Overseas Pakistanis Chaudhry Salik Hussain, officials and senior NDMA members attended the aid dispatch ceremony at the airport. The minister appreciated the efforts of the NDMA and other welfare organizations for ensuring the timely dispatch of the aid.
“He reaffirmed that Pakistan stands with the people of Palestine in this difficult time and will continue to make every possible effort to meet their needs,” the NDMA said.
