Sindh govt 'apathetic' towards heatwave victims: Reham Khan
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KARACHI: Reham Khan, wife of Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan, said Saturday that the approach of the Sindh government towards heatwave victims was apathetic.
Speaking to media representatives upon her arrival at Karachi's Jinnah Hospital, Reham said the provincial government of Sindh did not want to accept any responsibility.
She said her visit was a follow-up of the PTI's chief earlier Karachi visit, adding that the purpose of her arrival was completely humanitarian.
Take a look: Federal and provincial govts responsible for heatwave deaths in Karachi: Imran
Earlier, speaking upon her arrival in Karachi outside the Jinnah International Airport, Reham said that she had personally organised a shelter where people can come and seek respite from the heat during the day.
"We will provide water, iftar and a cool environment for our brothers and sisters for however long this difficult time prevails."
The PTI chief's wife was, however, quick to point out that it was the responsibility of the Sindh government to cater to heatwave victims.
"This is not the first time this has happened in Pakistan. You cannot say that this is freak weather. This has happened before and you [Sindh government] have no arrangements for a rapid response."
The scorching heatwave that struck Sindh since the start of Ramazan claimed the lives of over 1,300 people — with most of the deaths taking place in Karachi.
The crisis centred in the metropolitan city was worsened by poor service delivery, including a faulty power grid and shortage of potable water.
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Jul 04, 2015 02:36pm
becoming the "interviewee" from "interviewer"
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Jul 04, 2015 03:03pm
So, she ate her words and jumped straight into politics?
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Jul 04, 2015 03:04pm
Thank you Imran Khan for marrying a wonderful lady. Ms Reham Khan's of placing the heat wave deaths of almost 1400 people on Govt of Sindh. A courageous lady indeed. Love you Ma'am Reham Khan
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Jul 04, 2015 03:17pm
While I agree on the shortcomings of the Sindh government. Since when Reham Khan became a political figure? before commenting on other provincial governmets short comings. Please care to explain why are you using KPKs helicopters for personal use. Few days back I saw on dawn news how your guards beaten up a common man because he was in your protocols way.
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Jul 04, 2015 03:20pm
If it's humanitarian you don't need to publicize it. Just out for a photo shoot/trying to stay relevant.
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Jul 04, 2015 03:24pm
Who is she and what capacity is she making these accusations?
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Jul 04, 2015 03:31pm
I guess after one whole week after the end of the crisis, she is coming to Karachi. And that's too when there were not heat stroke patients in Jinnah Hospital. Ms Reham you really spoiled a good opportunity of a photo session.
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Jul 04, 2015 03:43pm
I thought she was going to stay away from politics?
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Jul 04, 2015 03:43pm
PTI and Reham Khan even didnt knew about state of heat stoke victims and went to Jinnah Hospital to only find there wasnt even a single heat stroke patient there!! her publicity stunt was total failure. when natural calamity of heat wave was pouring in Karachi her hubby went to London...
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Jul 04, 2015 03:47pm
And what exactly did she, or her party do about it, other than (well-deserved) criticisms of Sindh Govt.?
Speaking about it, a week to late, to score some political points, is rather disingenuous!!!
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Jul 04, 2015 03:56pm
Beginning of family politics in the Naya Pakistan..........
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Jul 04, 2015 04:02pm
In what capacity is she in Karachi ?
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Jul 04, 2015 04:21pm
Another status quo party is about to come! get ready.
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Jul 04, 2015 04:25pm
The protocol shows a bright future for PTI in Sind.
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Jul 04, 2015 04:28pm
Mrs Reham gradually moving into politics ,,, bad hole in Khan's Naya Pakistan.
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Jul 04, 2015 05:30pm
Has she entered politics, she keeps denying it all the time and if the denial is correct she should not be making political statements. Like behind every successful man there is a woman so behind every unsuccessful man there is a woman too, IK should be very careful whatever appreciation and following he has earned will be lost in seconds if such scenes go on for long.
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Jul 04, 2015 05:32pm
@Malveros , very pertinent question, actually enjoying the publicity and the stage that has been earned by the husband and uncalled for interference in politics.
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Jul 04, 2015 05:35pm
@Shahzad , very bad hole in IK politics, there is a chance that his vote bank might experience a dent if he is not careful and become over indulgent.
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Jul 04, 2015 05:40pm
What a courages woman Mrs Khan is after visiting the poor people of KARACHI,and providing the facilities to those needy people,So called the Sindh government should be ashamed of themselves whilst sitting under air condition soroundings.Well done to Mrs Khan again.What a shameless government we have.
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Jul 04, 2015 05:55pm
one thing to remember that when she came at the hospital ,there was not any patient present as there was not more heat stroke ......late comer.
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Jul 04, 2015 06:15pm
Y is this even a news?????
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Jul 04, 2015 06:28pm
Very Good
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Jul 04, 2015 06:36pm
soon these both will be apart in about a years time, when reham will be running for MPA from PML N
mark my words
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Jul 04, 2015 06:50pm
She is mostly probably correct in saying that, given the nature of our parts of the world. But Reham is, unknowingly, behaving like the Queen of Pakistan. I am sure, she did not give this comment in her capacity as a journalist. Neither she is a public post holder, nor a politician. She is a private individual, at best a social worker. She should make it publicly clear, that i am a social activist, and thus i comment on various issues and events in Pakistan. Otherwise, tomorrow she will be dragged in to murky world of politics without even realizing it. That assuming, she wants to stay away from politics, as stated by herself and her husband.
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Jul 04, 2015 07:06pm
I hope she doesn't end up in the political dump.
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Jul 04, 2015 07:06pm
Pakistan ,What a country, now this woman has become politician. God save us.
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Jul 04, 2015 07:16pm
@Syed Ganga Din She is a well qualified, educated journalist who was raising these issues on TV before being married to Imran.
What is your objection.
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Jul 04, 2015 07:24pm
Photo session did you bring a truck load of goods for the victims from KPK or Islamabad or its only talk show ?
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Jul 04, 2015 07:26pm
Comments on here some Pakistanis still don't understand politics or democracy. Here in the west wifes of politicians always make comments on humanitarian issued just look at Michelle Obama.
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Jul 04, 2015 08:15pm
@Syed Ganga Din Justice delayed is justice denied- She made the statement after the heat wave killing people is nearly over just to get some brownie points in favor of her and Khan sahab's politic career? On dead bodies she is willing to score favors from masses over rival political parties? What dirty politics has PTI come to after the 35 puncture story that showed the divide upon lies this organization is into?
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Jul 04, 2015 08:58pm
Sadly in Pakistan anyone who is anybodY can act Like kings and queens ...and she is acting like her highness who is a little late to the cause.
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Jul 04, 2015 09:09pm
What a protocol!
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Jul 04, 2015 09:40pm
Why is stating the obvious a political statement? Why can't Reham Khan voice her opinions as a Pakistani citizen and journalist. Why does one have to be a politician to point out obvious wrongs and flaws in the system. Let's be honest the whole thing was utterly mismanaged by the sleeping CM of Sindh.
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Jul 04, 2015 10:45pm
A very noble way of touching suffering human beings.This is sympathy in its purest form and not politics.We should learn to appreciate the balmy touch of a human being and that too by a lady and that too in Pakistan where ladies are discouraged to come out in open public to express their opinion on any subject.In Pakistan no body takes responsibility for any thing done wrong and this is a matter of shame for all human beings. Imran Khan should be proud of Reham and the path she has chosen after coming back to Pakistan.This is freedom.
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Jul 04, 2015 10:47pm
In places where intense heat and/or flooding is a regular occurrence, the citizens must demand that concrete plans be formalized and put into place to deal with the future occurrences. There is no excuse for not doing this.
Meanwhile, neighborhoods can get together, get educated about how to prepare in advance for such situations, and take some responsibility for one another it times of extreme need. Good luck to all.
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Jul 04, 2015 10:57pm
Federal Govt is taking 70% revenue from Karachi & not ready to give back a single penny of its development.
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Jul 04, 2015 11:05pm
@Aeisha. she will because that was the target behind every development of past few months.
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Jul 04, 2015 11:31pm
@Dr. Sadaf
Wives of political leaders all over the world support causes which their husbands work for. Nothing unusual there.
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Jul 04, 2015 11:35pm
Appalled to see the comments here!
Why can't she visit people in suffering just as a Pakistani and human, why Pakistanis only expect politicians and journalists to comment on social issues and negligence.
She is part of awam, it is awam's responsibility to offer feedback, register complain, raise issue....
If rest of the nation is sleeping in air conditioned homes, means she should be doing that too!
It is everyone's responsibility to build a nation, no wonder why the society is deteriorating....easy to put blame on politicians always....society is rotten to the core.....corruption is in the blood....louder and mightier gets the things done....that is the way of life.
If someone leaves to visit the comfort of the house, do say 100 bad things, and find as many negative motives as you can, so you don't have to get up yourself.
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Jul 05, 2015 12:11am
@noshin ---------she has to get security think what has happened to IK nephews???
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Jul 05, 2015 12:14am
@farid ---dont be judgmental,she is a Pakistani and better than many !!!!!!
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Jul 05, 2015 12:16am
@Shahzad ---as she said no politics but she could be the first lady !!!!!!
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Jul 05, 2015 12:20am
@adnan very interesting remark! It cant be ruled out though!
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Jul 05, 2015 12:45am
I think instead of playing politics first we should support suffering people then play politics
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Jul 05, 2015 12:48am
@M.Saeed:"So, she ate her words and jumped straight into politics?"
Not really. This is what she said:"...the purpose of her arrival was completely humanitarian."
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Jul 05, 2015 12:53am
"Reham Khan...said Saturday that the approach of the Sindh government towards heatwave victims was apathetic."
Well said lady. Adroitly said. I would have added "Irresponsible, callous, criminal". But a word to the wise is enough.
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Jul 05, 2015 12:56am
We (common people) hate family politics. She should concentrate her energies in making KPK a model province and tell us with proof what improvement they have done for the people of KPK.
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Jul 05, 2015 01:52am
what does she have to say anything.
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Jul 05, 2015 02:00am
One day flying visit to Karachi is simply a show off by different leaders. Give some more time to great Karachi.Even federal Interior Minister don't like to stay more than a day or two. IK not Reham has to stay in Karachi if u want PTI to gain ground in this city.
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Jul 05, 2015 02:12am
It's a shame ... IK she should not be allowed to comment on govt. and politics ... !!!
PTI stick to your words and policies ...
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Jul 05, 2015 02:55am
She is absolutely correct. Being a weather person, she knows that precaution could have prevented these unnecessary deaths.
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Jul 05, 2015 03:10am
We all know sindh government is corrupted MQM and PPP are pathetic parties only want money of poor people
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Jul 05, 2015 09:57am
@Sab Se Pehle Pakistan could you send us a reference to that?
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