Tycoon shocked by Pakistan's disaster

A self-made Shropshire multi-millionaire and philanthropist has visited flood stricken areas of Pakistan after being called on to assess the situation by Prince Charles.

Mo Chaudry, who attended Wellington Grammar School, was asked by the Seeing Is Believing programme, on behalf of HRH, to report on what can be done to help the survivors of the natural disaster.

Mr Chaudry, who moved from Pakistan to the UK at the age of eight, travelled back to the country alongside other influential delegates such as fellow entrepreneur and Dragon's Den star James Caan.

The pair investigated the problems faced by the survivors of the disaster and discovered the plans to provide those affected with a better future.

Mr Chaudry said: "The devastation I saw went far beyond that portrayed by the media.

"Clearly there is no quick fix, but rather a planned series of steps are needed to secure a long-term future for these people and I am humbled and privileged to be able to assist in those steps."

John O'Brien, a royal representative who also went on the trip, said: "The fact that people such as Mo and others are prepared to take time out of their busy schedules to see the plight of those affected is much appreciated.

"I know that his Royal Highness is looking forward to hearing from Mo and other delegates exactly what they think can be done."

Mr Chaudry, a father-of-three who grew up in Telford, runs a property empire as well as Stoke-on-Trent's Waterworld aqua park.

Mr Chaudry, who already sponsors a school in the flood stricken area, will shortly visit the Prince of Wales at Clarence House together with other delegates where he will present his findings and recommendations.

The experiences and findings of the trip were recorded by Emmy award winning cameraman Andrew Rowell and are available to view by visiting www.junction15.com