MARDAN: Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi visited Rustam area in District Mardan to meet the bereaved family affected by the tragic Swat river incident.

The Governor reached the residence of the victims who drowned in the Swat River and expressed deep sorrow and condolences over the heartbreaking incident.

During the visit, Governor Kundi met the relatives of the deceased and conveyed heartfelt sympathies, stating that the entire nation is mourning the loss caused by the Swat tragedy.

While speaking to the media, Faisal Karim Kundi remarked that the painful Swat tragedy has saddened the whole nation and that the bereaved family is not alone in their grief.

He prayed for patience and strength for the affected family and emphasized that the negligence of the provincial government in this incident has been witnessed by the entire country.

Governor Kundi criticized the provincial administration, stating that the tragic drowning incident raises serious concerns about tourism safety measures in the province.

He also demanded an impartial inquiry into the tragedy to determine those responsible.

The Governor revealed that he has recommended to Prime Minister and PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari that the federal government should provide financial assistance to the victim families and award civil honors to the brave individuals who helped save lives during the incident.