Punjab Government’s Rapid Response Saves Thousands from Flood Waters; Relief Camps Offer Shelter

The Punjab Government’s proactive measures led to the evacuation of 4,711 flood-affected individuals to safety within the past 24 hours. This includes 812 residents of Ferozepur, 2,571 from Gurdaspur, 4 from Moga, 60 from Tarn Taran, 25 from Barnala, and 1,239 from Fazilka. A total of 11,330 people have been rescued across nine flood-hit districts, according to reports. These include 2,819 from Ferozepur, 1,052 from Hoshiarpur, 240 from Kapurthala, 4,771 from Gurdaspur, 24 from Moga, 1,100 from Pathankot, 60 from Tarn Taran, 25 from Barnala, and 1,239 from Fazilka. Currently, 77 relief camps are operational, housing 4,729 individuals. The administration is ensuring essential needs are met. Relief material distribution continues in Kapurthala, Ferozepur, Gurdaspur, Moga, Pathankot, Fazilka, and Barnala. The NDRF, SDRF, Punjab Police, Army, BSF, and Air Force are actively involved in rescue and relief operations across affected areas, with local communities providing support. The floods have impacted 1,018 villages, causing significant crop and livestock damage, resulting in extensive financial losses.