PESHAWAR – The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) government has introduced a new digital platform aimed at making flood compensation payments faster and more transparent.
Chief Minister Ali Amin Khan Gandapur on Monday unveiled the “Digital Disaster Compensation Management” app, describing it as a breakthrough in the province’s disaster relief system.
How the App Works
Developed by the K-P Information Technology Board, the system was built in record time and connected to the government’s central service delivery platform, Dastak.
Flood-hit families can now submit claims online by uploading details of property losses. To prevent fraudulent claims, the process includes geo-tagging and digital verification. Once approved, compensation will be transferred directly to victims’ bank accounts — eliminating paperwork, cash payments, and middlemen.
A live dashboard has also been created for senior officials, including the chief minister and chief secretary, to track real-time data on damages, claims, and disbursements.
“Every Rupee Will Be Accounted For”
Gandapur, while calling the app a “major leap toward transparent relief distribution,” announced that he would donate his own monthly salary to the flood fund. Cabinet members, lawmakers, and government employees are also contributing part of their pay to strengthen the fund.
To manage these resources, a special account under the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) is being set up. The chief minister assured the public that all transactions will be audited and made public.
On-Ground Relief Efforts
Meanwhile, emergency response operations continue in several flood-affected districts, with Buner among the hardest hit. Temporary camps have been established, while compensation for fatalities and injuries has already begun. A door-to-door survey to assess property damage is underway and officials have been directed to speed up the process so that payments reach families without delay.
Unlike traditional relief methods that often distribute food packages, the provincial government has decided to provide cash assistance, giving families the flexibility to prioritize their own needs. Aid distribution will be tied to verified NADRA data to ensure fairness and prevent duplication.
Why This Matters
Pakistan frequently struggles with slow and opaque disaster compensation processes. By moving to a digital-first, cashless model, the K-P government aims to set a precedent for other provinces, potentially reducing corruption and delays in future relief operations.