Shams Lone
Shams Lone is the Home Minister of Gilgit-Baltistan, who has been actively involved in addressing the grievances of the communities affected by the Diamer-Bhasha Dam project. Recently, he traveled to Chilas to negotiate with protesters, emphasizing solidarity with their demands and highlighting the government's commitment to engage in dialogue.
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GB Home Minister Shams Lone reported on the impact of the floods on the Baltistan Highway.
At least 358 dead as KP reels from devastating floods; rehabilitation efforts underway - Pakistan
Pakistan· 2025-08-19
GB Home Minister Shams Lone confessed that the local government does not have resources to deal with the disaster.
Footprints: ‘Disaster refugees’ on the roof of the world - NewspaperPakistan· 2025-08-18
Interior Minister Shams Lone reported on the impact of floods on the Baltistan Highway.
Flash floods hit Buner hardest as death toll in northern areas surges to over 340 - PakistanPakistan· 2025-08-17
GB Home Minister Shams Lone said that the Baltistan Highway bridge had been swept away, cutting off four districts of Baltistan from Gilgit.
Flash floods ruin infrastructure in Gilgit-Baltistan - PakistanPakistan· 2025-08-17
Shams Lone is the Home Minister of Gilgit-Baltistan who accompanied the Chief Minister during the press conference.
GB seeks Rs7bn aid; thousands displaced in Punjab - PakistanPakistan· 2025-07-27
Shams Lone, the GB Home Minister, met with protesters in an attempt to resolve the situation.
Gilgit-Baltistan protest over trade intensifies as KKH blocked for third day - PakistanPakistan· 2025-06-02
GB Home Minister Shams Lone travelled to Chilas to negotiate with the protesters.
PM forms body to address grievances over Bhasha Dam - PakistanPakistan· 2025-02-21
