Police on Thursday successfully rescued a 66-year-old German tourist who had gone missing during a hiking trip in the scenic Kaghan Valley. The swift action by local authorities ensured her safe return after hours of search in challenging terrain, reflecting Pakistan’s commitment to ensuring the safety of foreign visitors.
The tourist was hiking on the Chapra track near Naran along with six other Germans when she lost contact with the group after nightfall in the thick forest.https://t.co/L0X0k2dzeW
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Key Highlights
- Karun Anne Malarik (66), a German tourist, went missing on the Chapra track near Naran.
- She became separated from her seven-member hiking group after nightfall.
- Two police teams conducted an intensive search through mountainous forest terrain.
- She was safely rescued and returned to her hotel.
- The tourists had entered Kaghan via Babusar Top after travelling through Gilgit-Baltistan.
- Authorities praised for quick coordination and professional response.
Swift Response in Difficult Terrain
According to District Police Officer Shafiullah Khan Gandapur, the woman lost her way after being separated from her group during a hike on the Chapra track, a popular but rugged trail near Naran.
“After several hours of hectic efforts, our personnel rescued her and shifted her back to her hotel,” DPO Gandapur told journalists.
Upon receiving the alert, authorities immediately mobilised two teams to conduct a search. The operation took place after nightfall, adding to the complexity as the tourist had strayed deep into the thick forest.
Tourists Safely Reunited
The woman was eventually located and brought back to safety after an intensive search. She was reunited with her group, which included four women and three men. The German tourists had been touring the northern areas, entering Kaghan Valley from Babusar Top after spending several days in Gilgit-Baltistan.
Following the incident, the group continued their journey towards Islamabad and planned to return to Germany thereafter.
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Broader Local Updates
Meanwhile, in a separate development, authorities in Mansehra warned Afghan refugees in Barari Ichrian and Khaki camps to vacate slum houses by October 5 or face forcible expulsion. Refugee elders assured officials they were preparing to leave within the deadline.
In another case, police recovered the body of 25-year-old seminary student and prayer leader Attaul Haq from a stream in the Kahotar area. A murder case has been registered under Section 302 of the Pakistan Penal Code, and investigations are underway.
Tourism & Security Coordination
The successful rescue highlights effective coordination between local police and tourism authorities in ensuring the safety of international visitors. Kaghan Valley remains one of Pakistan’s most visited destinations, attracting thousands of domestic and foreign tourists each year.
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