First consignment of KU Teachers Balochistan Flood Relief Effort dispatched from campus.

KARACHI -- The first consignment of goods and daily edible items were dispatched from the University of Karachi on Wednesday to different areas of Balochistan which were severely affected by the recent heavy rainfall.

The Chairman of Edhi Foundation Faisal Edhi, the KU Vice Chancellor Professor Dr Khalid Mahmood Iraqi, and teachers who formed 'KU Teachers Balochistan Flood Relief Effort' were present here at the new administration block on this occasion.

On behalf of the 'KU Teachers Balochistan Flood Relief Effort', the KU VC Professor Dr Khalid Iraqi and Faisal Edhi were informed that ration for more than 1, 000 people and cheques of Rs4, 75, 000/- was handed over to the Edhi Foundation as a first shipment.

The KU VC Professor Dr Khalid Iraqi mentioned that we all need to actively participate in helping the flood victims of Balochistan, and hoped that the private sector will also come forward to help the people of Balochistan as they are in dire need of help.

He observed that many parts of the province, which had been neglected in the past, have no basic facilities and people need medicines, edible items, goods, and shelter.

He acknowledged the role of 'KU Teachers Balochistan Flood Relief Effort' and said that it would motivate others to come forward and help the people of Balochistan.

The KU VC Professor Dr Khalid Iraqi said that the University of Karachi and Edhi Foundation will continue to collaborate for relief activities and other social work for the people of Pakistan.

Meanwhile, Faisal Edhi said that it was a good sign to see teachers and vice chancellor of the country's largest university actively participating...