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03 Dec

Post-Flood Relief Scheme for Livestock Farmers! Mann Government Aids Dairy Farmers with ₹59 Lakh

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Mann Government's Initiative Brings Major Relief to Farmers in Hoshiarpur and TaragarhChandigarh, Dec 3, 2025: Under the leadership of Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, the state government has taken a significant step towards strengthening the dairy sector. Under this recently announced scheme, livestock farmers and dairy farmers in the villages of Hoshiarpur and Taragarh will be provided with a total financial assistance of ₹59 lakh. This initiative is part of the government's vision to take livestock farming and the dairy industry in Punjab to new heights. The scheme will allocate ₹17 lakh in Rajpura and ₹42 lakh in Taragarh, which…

26 Oct

Punjab CM Flags Off Free Wheat Seed Distribution for Flood-Hit Farmers

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Amritsar (Punjab), October 26, 2025: In a major relief measure for flood-affected farmers, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Sunday flagged off seven trucks carrying two lakh quintals of wheat seeds to be distributed free of cost to cultivators who lost their crops across nearly five lakh acres during the recent floods.Mann said that farmers in the state have endured immense suffering due to the floods, and the government stands firmly with them during this challenging period. To help them recover, the state has allocated wheat seeds worth ₹74 crore to ensure that affected farmers can sow the upcoming…

23 Oct

Punjab Procures 61 Lakh Metric Tonnes of Paddy, ₹13,073 Crore Paid to Farmers: CM Bhagwant Mann

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Mohali, October 23: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann announced that the state has procured 61.01 lakh metric tonnes of paddy so far this season and disbursed ₹13,073 crore to farmers. He urged the Central Government to relax paddy procurement norms in view of the flood damage that affected large parts of the state’s farmland.During his visits to the grain markets of Bassi Pathana and Morinda, the Chief Minister reviewed ongoing procurement operations and reaffirmed his government’s commitment to purchasing and lifting every grain produced by farmers.Mann said that severe floods had caused widespread crop damage, increasing the moisture content…

16 Oct

₹20,000 Per Acre Major Relief for Flood Victims Before Diwali, ₹209 Crore Released in Just 30 Days

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Mann Government Fulfills Guarantee! Flood Damage Compensation Reaches 14 Districts Chandigarh, October 16, 2025: The flame of happiness has once again lit up in the homes of flood-affected farmers in Punjab before Diwali. The Punjab government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, has created a new history by fulfilling its promise to provide compensation and relief within just thirty days. This is not just an administrative decision, but an example of a sensitive and public-serving government that has truly kept its word to stand by its people through thick and thin.The state government has released the first…

04 Oct

SBI Donates ₹1.55 Crore to Haryana CM Relief Fund for Flood Assistance

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Chandigarh, October 4: The State Bank of India (SBI) on Friday handed over a cheque worth ₹1.55 crore to Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini as a contribution to the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund. The donation aims to support ongoing flood relief operations across the state. Haryana’s Development and Panchayati Raj Minister, Krishan Lal Panwar, was also present on the occasion.According to officials, the amount was collected from SBI employees who voluntarily contributed one day’s salary to assist those affected by floods in various parts of Haryana.The cheque was presented to the Chief Minister by SBI’s Chief General Manager, Krishna…

18 Sep

Punjab Assembly Calls Special Session to Address Flood Relief and Safety Measures

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh)— The Punjab government has convened a special session of the state assembly from September 26 to 29, 2025, to address the widespread devastation caused by recent floods.The four-day session will focus on introducing amendments aimed at strengthening disaster response and approving new laws for fair and timely compensation to affected families. Officials said the assembly will also deliberate on public-friendly measures designed to improve preparedness against future calamities.Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann said the upcoming session will prioritise relief for flood victims while ensuring that safety and compensation systems are made more robust. The government has promised swift…

18 Sep

MLA Kulwant Singh Flags Off Relief Trucks for Punjab Flood Victims, Urges PM for Additional Grant

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Mohali, September 18: MLA Kulwant Singh today flagged off vehicles loaded with relief material, including 500 cots, mattresses, pillows, and bedding, for families affected by floods in Punjab. Speaking to reporters at his Sector-79 office, he stressed that ration, daily essentials, and proper rehabilitation arrangements must continue for flood victims with everyone fulfilling their responsibility.Singh said nearly 2,300 villages and around five lakh acres of farmland in Punjab had been submerged, destroying homes, livestock, and livelihoods. “Punjabis are known for their resilience. Even in such testing times, people from across India and abroad are contributing relief materials according to the…

08 Sep

Bhagwant Mann Leads Cabinet Meeting from Hospital, Reviews Punjab Flood Relief

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Chandigarh, September 7, 2025 – Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, though admitted in hospital, chaired a virtual cabinet meeting on Sunday to assess the ongoing flood crisis in the state.Mann took a detailed review of rescue and relief operations across flood-hit regions. He instructed officials to ensure uninterrupted supply of food, medicines, and other essential items to families staying in relief camps. He also pressed district administrations to remain fully prepared for emergencies and maintain coordination with disaster response teams.The Chief Minister directed authorities to prioritize the restoration of damaged roads, electricity lines, and drinking water systems. He assured that…