In times of national crisis, when floodwaters wash away the structures of civilian life, one institution invariably stands firm. As Khyber Pakhtunkhwa grapples with the devastating floods of August 2025, it is, frankly, no surprise to see who is leading the charge on the ground. The Pakistan Army is once again the first, and often the only, beacon of hope for countless souls stranded by the deluge. This isn’t just a response; it’s a reflection of a deeper, more troubling reality about where true reliability lies in our nation.

Let’s be clear about what’s happening. As the waters surged through Swat, Buner, and Bajaur, it wasn’t the provincial disaster management authority that was first seen pulling people from rooftops. It was the soldiers. Army helicopters are crisscrossing the skies, not on drills, but on life-saving missions, dropping tonnes of rations and airlifting the desperate........

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