The recent floods in Pakistan have caused an estimated $2.9 billion (Rs822 billion) in losses, severely impacting agriculture, infrastructure, and livelihoods across more than 70 districts.
According to an official assessment report, the disaster has displaced over four million people, killed more than 1,000, and left 220,000 citizens unemployed nationwide.
Over 70 districts devastated, millions displaced
The report details that more than 6.5 million people were directly affected by the floods, which ravaged large parts of the country — with Punjab identified as the worst-affected province. At least 1,049 people lost their lives, while widespread displacement uprooted millions from their homes.
The national GDP has also taken a significant hit, suffering a loss between 0.3% and 0.7%, while the country’s economic growth forecast has been revised down to 3.5%–3.9% against the original 4.2% target, the document revealed.
Agri sector suffers Rs430bn in damages
The food and agriculture sector bore the heaviest losses, amounting to approximately Rs430 billion. Crops such as rice, cotton, sugarcane, maize, and vegetables were severely affected, alongside key areas like livestock, fisheries, and forestry.
Officials noted that the devastation has not only damaged standing crops but also disrupted the rural economy, threatening food security and livelihoods across farming communities.
Infrastructure damage exceeds Rs300bn
The floods also caused extensive damage to physical and social infrastructure, with total losses reaching Rs307 billion. The road network suffered damages worth Rs187 billion, while housing infrastructure losses were estimated at Rs91 billion.
In addition, dams, canals, and water reservoirs sustained Rs17.68 billion in damages, and bridges were destroyed or severely damaged, adding another Rs10.77 billion to the total loss. Essential utilities such as electricity, gas, and petrol stations incurred Rs7.44 billion in losses.
Social infrastructure was not spared — educational institutions suffered damages worth Rs5.11 billion, while government buildings, hospitals, IT, and telecom infrastructure were also affected. The displacement of local populations caused a further Rs3.70 billion in socio-economic losses.
Industrial sector records minimal losses
Compared to other sectors, the industrial sector recorded relatively minor losses of Rs1.52 billion. However, disruptions to supply chains and road networks have slowed recovery efforts and hindered access to essential goods and services in flood-hit areas.
