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30 Sep

Modi Government Stands With Punjab: Full Support for Flood Relief and Restoration, says Union Home Minister Amit Shah

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New Delhi, September 30, 2025: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah on Tuesday assured that the Modi government is fully committed to supporting the people of Punjab affected by recent floods.The Chief Minister of Punjab, Shri Bhagwant Mann, met Shri Shah in New Delhi to discuss the extent of damage caused during the monsoon season and requested additional funds for relief and restoration efforts. During the meeting, the Chief Minister was informed that the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) holds Rs 12,589.59 crore, which can be utilized immediately for relief measures as per Government of India…

29 Sep

Aman Arora Defends Punjab Government’s Flood Measures, Criticises Opposition in Assembly

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Chandigarh, September 28, 2025 (National Times Bureau): On the concluding day of the Punjab Assembly session, Cabinet Minister Aman Arora strongly defended the state government’s response to this year’s devastating floods while targeting opposition leaders for their criticism.Participating in the debate on the “Punjab Rehabilitation” resolution, Arora said the scale of destruction caused by the floods was unlike anything Punjab had witnessed before. He pointed out that the government had already cleared drains and canals in advance and had stationed ministers in flood-prone areas before the waters arrived. “Our ministers were on the ground even in regions where only limited…

26 Sep

Bhagwant Mann Targets Opposition, Defends Flood Relief Measures in Punjab Assembly

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Chandigarh, September 26, 2025: On the opening day of the special Punjab Assembly session on floods, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann launched a sharp attack on the opposition, accusing them of exploiting a natural disaster for political gain. He said those who lack substance are trying to turn people’s suffering into an opportunity to hurl abuse at him.Taking a dig at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s recent visit, Mann said Gandhi arrived in Punjab with Z-plus security during peak flooding. “The Ravi river was in full flow. Had anything happened, they would have claimed Rahul Gandhi was pushed into Pakistan,” he remarked.The…

26 Sep

Punjab Assembly Speaker Appeals for Unity, Urges Parties to Set Aside Politics Amid Flood Crisis

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Chandigarh, September 26, 2025: Punjab Assembly Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan on Friday appealed to all political parties to rise above partisan politics during the special session convened to discuss the devastating floods that have ravaged the state. “No politics should be played over the floods,” Sandhwan said, urging legislators to work together to ensure swift relief and rehabilitation for affected communities.The session began with tributes to the flood victims, as well as eminent personalities including former minister Harpal Toor, Punjabi comedian Jaswinder Bhalla, and music maestro Charanjit Ahuja. Punjab has witnessed unprecedented flooding this monsoon, affecting 23 districts, 2,565 villages,…

26 Sep

Floods Trigger Heated Assembly Debate; Minister Says Crisis Worse Than 1988

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Chandigarh, September 26, 2025 — The Punjab Assembly on Friday convened a special session focused exclusively on the devastating floods that swept through the state during this year’s monsoon. Speaker Kultar Sandhwan made it clear that proceedings would be restricted to flood-related discussions, with no Question Hour or Zero Hour scheduled.Irrigation Minister Barinder Goyal, initiating the debate, described the disaster as unparalleled in scale, surpassing even the 1988 floods. “This tragedy is unlike anything people have witnessed in their lifetimes. In 1988, the state received 11.20 lakh cusecs of water, but this year the inflow surged to 14.11 lakh cusecs—nearly…

19 Sep

National Times Media Launches Global Fundraising Drive for Punjab Flood Relief

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Toronto/Mohali (Rajeev/Gurpreet): National Times Media has launched a global fundraising initiative to support victims of the devastating floods in Punjab, India. The natural disaster has displaced thousands, submerged homes, and destroyed livelihoods across the region.The fundraising drive will run from September 20 to September 27, 2025, mobilizing communities in both Canada and India to contribute toward urgent relief efforts. Donations will be directed to the Chief Minister’s Rangla Punjab Fund – Mission Chardi Kala. With deep ties in both countries, National Times Media has always stood with communities in times of crisis. Through this campaign, the organization seeks to raise…

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…

16 Sep

Punjab CM Orders Swift Medical Relief in Flood-Hit Districts

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Chandigarh, September 16, 2025: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has directed officials to step up relief operations in flood-affected districts, with a strong focus on safeguarding human and animal health.Reviewing the ongoing efforts with senior officials from the Health and Family Welfare Department, the CM emphasized that timely medical aid must reach every impacted resident. He also instructed authorities to ensure the immediate drainage of stagnant and contaminated water from fields and villages to curb the spread of diseases.Mann highlighted that swift action was crucial in preventing health crises. “Our government remains committed to protecting public health and ensuring that…

12 Sep

CM Mann Assures Swift Compensation for Flood Victims, Vows No Family Will Be Left Unsupported

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Mohali, September 12 – Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, addressing the media after being discharged from hospital, pledged that every affected family will receive timely compensation for losses caused by the recent floods. He stressed that he will not rest until cheques are delivered directly into the hands of victims.Mann said he had convened a meeting with top officials, where strict instructions were issued to conduct girdawari (damage assessment) across affected areas. “I will not sleep peacefully until the compensation reaches the people,” he remarked, recalling his earlier announcement of ₹20,000 per acre compensation for damaged crops the highest such…