Punjab floods

Deputy Commissioner Inspects Jayanti Ki Rao Flood-Hit Villages, Promises Relief and Long-Term Solutions

Deputy Commissioner Inspects Jayanti Ki Rao Flood-Hit Villages, Promises Relief and Long-Term Solutions

Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, September 5: Deputy Commissioner Ms. Komal Mittal today conducted an inspection of the villages Jayanti Majri, Guda, Kasoli, Bhagindi, and Karounde Wala, which were affected due to the heavy flow in the Jayanti Ki Rao drain, resulting in damaged access route.She directed the Public Works Department, Drainage Department, and Panchayat & Rural Development Department to immediately restore a temporary access route for the residents of all five villages.For a permanent solution, estimates for the construction of three bridges over the Jayanti Ki Rao rivulet have been submitted to the government, and work will commence upon approval.During…
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Punjab CM Promises Aid for Child Battling Kidney Disease Amid Flood Hardship

Punjab CM Promises Aid for Child Battling Kidney Disease Amid Flood Hardship

Amritsar, September 5, 2025 – Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has pledged government support for eight-year-old Abhijot Singh from Talwandi village in Amritsar, who is struggling with a kidney illness. The child’s family released a video describing their struggle and how the recent floods have intensified their difficulties. Responding to their appeal, Mann said the state will take responsibility for Abhijot’s treatment and ensure he receives proper medical care and medicines.The Chief Minister stressed that no resident of Punjab would be left without healthcare, regardless of financial constraints or the challenges brought by natural disasters. He added that the government…
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“Punjab Zakhmi Hai, Haara nhi hai” Says Diljit Dosanjh in An Emotional Facebook Post

“Punjab Zakhmi Hai, Haara nhi hai” Says Diljit Dosanjh in An Emotional Facebook Post

Chandigarh, September 4, 2025— Punjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjh has vowed to stay by the side of Punjab’s flood victims long after the waters recede, promising support that goes beyond immediate relief. In an emotional Facebook video, Dosanjh spoke in Hindi so that “everyone could understand the pain of Punjab.” He described the grim reality in flood-hit areas ruined crops, dead cattle, damaged houses, displaced families, and lost lives. “Punjab zakhmi hai, Haara nhi hai,” he said with determination. The singer-actor emphasized that his mission is not just about distributing food and rations. “Even after the floods end, I will help…
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Haryana Government Extends Support to Disaster-Hit Punjab and Jammu & Kashmir with ₹5 Crore Aid Each

Haryana Government Extends Support to Disaster-Hit Punjab and Jammu & Kashmir with ₹5 Crore Aid Each

Chandigarh, September 2 – The Haryana government has extended a helping hand to the people of Punjab and Jammu & Kashmir, who are reeling under the impact of heavy rains and natural calamities. Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced financial assistance of ₹5 crore each to both states from the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund. The aid aims to provide immediate relief to affected families and strengthen ongoing rescue and rehabilitation efforts.In letters addressed to Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann and Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, Saini expressed Haryana’s solidarity with the people of both states. He said…
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Punjab Struggles With Floods in 12 Districts, Centre Promises Assistance

Punjab Struggles With Floods in 12 Districts, Centre Promises Assistance

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab is battling severe floods across 12 districts, leaving more than a thousand villages submerged and daily life in disarray. Among the hardest-hit areas are Amritsar, Gurdaspur, Pathankot, Mohali, Ludhiana, Jalandhar, Tarn Taran, and Ferozepur. Authorities have warned of further risks as heavy rainfall persists, with the Bhakra reservoir’s water level now just three feet below the danger point. Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday night, assuring full cooperation from the Centre. In parallel, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi appealed for relief efforts to be scaled up urgently, stressing that farmers, laborers,…
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Punjab Schools Shut Until September 3 Due to Floods

Punjab Schools Shut Until September 3 Due to Floods

Chandigarh, August 31, 2025 – In light of the severe flooding across Punjab, the state government has announced that all government, aided, recognized, and private schools will remain closed until September 3, 2025.The decision follows instructions from Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann to ensure the safety of students and staff. Authorities have appealed to parents and guardians to adhere to official guidelines and take all necessary precautions during this period.
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Punjab Faces Escalating Flood Threat as IMD Warns of Heavy Rains, Dam Pressure Mounts

Punjab Faces Escalating Flood Threat as IMD Warns of Heavy Rains, Dam Pressure Mounts

Chandigarh, August 29, 2025: Punjab is preparing for a worsening flood situation after the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall on August 30 and 31. With several rivers already flowing above danger levels, authorities fear the next spell of rain could trigger fresh inundation across vulnerable districts.Large parts of Pathankot, Gurdaspur, Hoshiarpur, Ferozepur, and Fazilka are already underwater following continuous rain and the release of water from Bhakra and Pong dams. Fields, homes, and roads remain submerged, leaving villages cut off from relief supplies. Rescue teams from NDRF and SDRF are carrying out…
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Flood Threat Looms Over Punjab as Water Released from Bhakra Dam and Sukhna Lake

Flood Threat Looms Over Punjab as Water Released from Bhakra Dam and Sukhna Lake

Chandigarh: Punjab faces mounting flood concerns after the release of water from Bhakra Dam and Sukhna Lake, pushing water levels higher in the Sutlej and Ghaggar rivers. Several districts are now on alert, with residents in low-lying areas urged to remain cautious.The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for heavy rainfall in Pathankot, Hoshiarpur, and Rupnagar over the next three days. Mohali and Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar are also under alert. Neighboring Jammu and Kashmir remains under an orange alert, while Himachal Pradesh faces a yellow alert until October 2. Officials warned that heavy rainfall in these…
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