Gilgit-Baltistan spokesperson, Faizullah Faraq, confirmed Wednesday that all tourists and travelers stranded on the Babusar Top Pass highway have been successfully rescued and relocated to safe areas. According to the spokesperson, nearly 250 tourists have been evacuated to secure locations. However, the search continues for missing individuals, with eyewitnesses suggesting that between 10 to 15 people may still be unaccounted for. The rescue operation is a collaborative effort involving local volunteers, police, district administration, and the Pakistan Army.

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