Punjab declared disaster-hit, 30 people died. Schools and colleges closed till September 7; 3 lakh 54 thousand 626 people of Punjab are affected due to floods. More than four lakh acres of crops have been destroyed.
Punjab declared disaster-hit
The situation in Punjab is getting worse due to continuous rain and floods. More than 1200 villages in all 23 districts of the state are in the grip of floods. In view of the situation, the Punjab government has declared the entire state as disaster-hit. Which is a very sad thing. Showing solidarity with the people of the state, all the IPS officers of Punjab have pledged to donate one day’s salary to the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund. DGP Gaurav Yadav said that this contribution is a humble effort to support the ongoing relief and rehabilitation efforts.
All schools and colleges closed till September 7
Schools and colleges closed till September 7
Due to the situation in Punjab, a big decision has been taken for the schools. In view of the flood situation, all government/aided/recognized and private schools, colleges, universities and polytechnics across Punjab will remain closed till September 7, 2025.
The situation may worsen further
Punjab is currently facing the worst floods in decades. Heavy monsoon rains and water released from dams have caused extensive flooding in many districts. The situation is continuously worsening, and it is feared that the situation may worsen in the coming days. Therefore, more vigilance is needed.
30 people died due to floods
Such a terrible scene has been seen in Punjab after 37 years. Punjab is currently grappling with the worst floods in decades in which 30 people have lost their lives and more than 3.5 lakh people have been affected. All 23 districts of the state have been declared flood affected. About 20000 people have been rescued. The Governor and Chief Minister of Punjab have visited the affected areas. Punjab, which is facing its worst flood in decades, has been badly affected by the fury of nature. 30 people have lost their lives in this flood and more than 3.5 lakh people have been affected.
20 thousand people have been rescued
So far, about 20,000 people have been evacuated from the flood-affected areas. Punjab is facing the worst flood since 1988. And the work is still going on continuously. All the people are working together. Now it remains to be seen what and how the scene is.
3 lakh people had to leave their homes
The flood situation in Punjab remains serious. 12 out of 23 districts of the state are badly affected, due to which more than 1000 to 1500 villages are in the grip. So far 29 people have lost their lives and about 15 lakh people have been affected, out of which 3 lakh people have been shifted to safer places. At the same time, questions are being raised about the lack of preparation to deal with the flood.
Effect of floods in Haryana
Punjab declared disaster-hit
The effect of Punjab floods has reached Haryana. Heavy rains and floods have worsened the situation in Haryana as well. The administration has issued an alert in the state. Heavy rains and increased water level of Yamuna in districts like Yamunanagar and Ambala bordering Punjab have increased the concern. The water level of the Tangri river flowing through the district is increasing and may go above the danger mark by Wednesday afternoon. The administration has alerted the people of the colonies located around the river. Ambala has received 105.6 mm of rain within the last 24 hours.
Monsoon has become a big problem in the hilly states
Bhakra Nangal Dam is full in Himachal, Govind Sagar Lake is overflowing with water and is near the danger mark. Its 4 gates have been opened. Torrential rains have created an atmosphere of fear in Manali. At the same time, the red alert has made it more serious. Heavy rains and landslides have caused havoc in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Jammu and Kashmir. There have been 91 flash floods, 45 cloudbursts and 95 major landslides in Himachal from June 20 to August 30.
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