Months after floods from the Ravi River left parts of Park View Society under water, the housing scheme is rolling out an aggressive recovery and protection plan. The initiative, announced by developer and political figure Abdul Aleem Khan, aims not just to rebuild but to transform the community’s resilience against future disasters.
30-Foot Barrier With a Purpose
At the heart of the plan is a massive embankment, rising 30 feet high, designed to shield the neighborhood from future floods. Construction is slated to begin right away, with Khan pressing for a 100-day completion window — an ambitious target given the scale.
But the structure won’t only serve as a wall. Park View intends to integrate walking tracks, landscaped green zones, and controlled access points, effectively turning a symbol of disaster prevention into a livable, community-friendly space. It’s an attempt to avoid the psychological burden of residents living behind a bare flood barrier.
PKR 1 Billion Relief Fund for Affected Families
For residents whose homes and properties were destroyed, Khan pledged a compensation fund worth PKR 1 billion. Claims will undergo verification before disbursement, with Khan openly urging residents to report their losses truthfully.
That insistence stems from a recurring challenge in Pakistan’s disaster recovery programs — inflated claims that slow aid delivery and breed mistrust. By positioning the fund as a matter of collective responsibility, Park View’s leadership is trying to establish a precedent of fairness.
Electricity Woes Finally Addressed
Alongside flood recovery, Park View is set to receive a long-promised upgrade to its power infrastructure. A dedicated LESCO grid station has been approved, which could stabilize supply in a community long plagued by outages. For residents rebuilding after the floods, reliable electricity is seen as more than a convenience — it’s a necessity.
Personal Stakes and Political Undertones
Khan tied his personal commitment to the project to family roots, noting that his parents are buried in Park View. In the same breath, he criticized social media commentators whom he accused of exploiting the floods for attention rather than helping victims.
He also dismissed speculation about the society’s decline with a sharp quip drawn from Punjabi cinema, signaling that his focus is on moving forward rather than responding to critics.
From Emergency to Preparedness
While Khan praised residents and staff for their rapid action during the crisis, his message was clear: quick responses are not enough. The focus must shift to long-term resilience, with stronger defenses and infrastructure upgrades forming the foundation.
Whether Park View can deliver on its ambitious deadlines will determine if this recovery effort becomes a model for other flood-hit communities — or another stalled post-disaster plan weighed down by delays and bureaucracy.
