Chitral, April 6, 2026: A District Emergency Operations Center (DEOC) has been inaugurated at the office of the Deputy Commissioner Upper Chitral, aimed at improving disaster preparedness and response in the region.
The facility has been established through a joint collaboration between the district administration and the Aga Khan Foundation/Aga Khan Agency for Habitat.
Deputy Commissioner Muhammad Imran Khan formally inaugurated the centre along with other officials and Regional Program and Operations Manager of AKAH Wali Muhammad Khan Yaftali.
The newly established center is expected to enhance the district’s capacity to respond effectively to natural disasters such as glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs), flash floods, and the impacts of climate change. It will also ensure timely availability of critical information and modern emergency response facilities.
Speaking on the occasion, the deputy commissioner termed the initiative a significant step toward improved disaster management and appreciated the support of the Aga Khan Foundation and its partner organizations.
He expressed hope that continued collaboration would further strengthen efforts to mitigate the impacts of natural disasters and promote sustainable development in Upper Chitral.