Punjab Member of Provincial Assembly and Chairperson of the Child Protection and Welfare
Bureau Punjab, Sarah Ahmed (Tamgha-e-Imtiaz) attended the The Rivers Remember — Art
for Flood Relief exhibition in Lahore. The event was organized to show support for people
affected by floods and raise awareness about the challenges faced by affected communities.
The exhibition brought together artists and public figures for a humanitarian cause. It gave
artists an opportunity to express their feelings and concerns through creative work. Sarah
Ahmed appreciated the initiative and described it as a meaningful effort to support flood victims.
She said that art can help people understand the difficulties faced by families affected by natural
disasters. The event also highlighted the importance of compassion and community support
during difficult times.

The exhibition was organized by the Pakistan Art Forum through the efforts of its Chief
Executive Officer Imtisal Zafar. Renowned Pakistani artist Rashid Rana also participated in the
event and presented his artwork. His participation added an important artistic voice to the
exhibition and helped draw attention to the experiences of communities affected by floods. The
US Consul General in Lahore, Stetson Sanders, also attended the exhibition as the chief
guest. Sarah Ahmed appreciated his participation and described it as a sign of solidarity with
people affected by floods. The event provided a platform where art and humanitarian awareness
came together. It encouraged visitors to think about the human impact of floods and the
challenges faced by families during and after natural disasters.

Sarah Ahmed praised the efforts of Imtisal Zafar and the Pakistan Art Forum for using art to
highlight flood relief and climate-related concerns. She said that artists can play an important
role in society by creating awareness about important issues. According to her remarks, artistic
work can encourage people to develop greater compassion and understanding for those facing
hardship. She also emphasized the importance of collective efforts to help flood-affected
families. Communities often need continued support after a natural disaster because recovery
can take considerable time. Sarah Ahmed appreciated Rashid Rana and other participating
artists for using their creative work to communicate a message of support. The exhibition also
highlighted the connection between environmental challenges and the lives of ordinary people.

The Rivers Remember — Art for Flood Relief exhibition used creative expression to keep
attention focused on flood victims and environmental concerns. The event showed how artwork
can become a way of communicating messages about compassion, solidarity and social
responsibility. For families affected by floods, public awareness can help keep their difficulties
visible and encourage continued support. The exhibition also provided an opportunity for people
from different backgrounds to come together around a humanitarian cause. Sarah Ahmed’s
participation highlighted the importance of supporting affected communities and recognizing the
role of artists in public awareness. The event connected art with a broader message about
helping people who have experienced the effects of flooding and encouraging society to
respond with understanding and cooperation.
The exhibition also drew attention to the wider issue of climate change and its impact on
communities. Flooding can create challenges for families, homes, livelihoods and local
infrastructure. By focusing on these experiences through art, the organizers aimed to encourage
greater public understanding of the difficulties faced by affected people. Sarah Ahmed
welcomed the efforts of the organizers and artists and stressed the value of collective action.
The event brought together creative expression and humanitarian awareness in one platform. It
also reminded visitors that support for flood victims is not limited to immediate relief but can
include awareness, compassion and long-term community assistance. The exhibition therefore
carried a message of solidarity while giving artists an opportunity to communicate their views
about floods and environmental challenges.

Source: Office of the Chairperson, Child Protection and Welfare Bureau Punjab

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