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Punjab is facing severe flooding that has affected 40 villages and claimed 46 lives. Rescue operations are ongoing with NDRF teams and boats deployed across affected areas. The state government has released Rs 71 crore for relief efforts including food and medical supplies. Minister Sond stated that the situation is under control but water drainage may take 8-10 days.

Key Points: Punjab Floods Affect 40 Villages as Rescue Ops Continue

  • 46 fatalities reported from Punjab flooding incidents so far
  • 2000 villages and 400,000 people affected by severe floods
  • 24 NDRF teams with 144 boats conducting rescue operations
  • Rs 71 crore released by Revenue Department for relief efforts
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Punjab floods: 40 villages affected, says Punjab minister as rescue Ops continue

Punjab Minister confirms 40 villages flooded with 46 dead. NDRF teams and 144 boats deployed as relief operations continue with Rs 71 crore released.

"Our rescue teams have been deployed. Our entire administration, ministers, and organisations are among the people... - Tarunpreet Singh Sond"

Chandigarh, September 7

Punjab Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond on Sunday said that 40 villages in the state were affected by floods and relief operations were underway with rescue teams, administration and volunteers on the ground.

As of Saturday, 46 people have lost their lives due to floods in Punjab, according to the officials.

Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema said that nearly 2,000 villages and over four lakh people have been affected.

He said that 24 teams of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and two teams of the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) are on the ground, supported by 144 boats and a state government helicopter.

He added that the Revenue Department has released Rs 71 crore for relief efforts.

Speaking to ANI, Sond said, "Our rescue teams have been deployed. Our entire administration, ministers, and organisations are among the people... A total of 40 villages are affected. We have arranged food for the animals and medical facilities for both humans and animals in those villages. About 23 of our camps are operating here."

Relief operations continued in flood-hit areas with rations, animal fodder, and tents delivered in two rounds, Sond said, adding that the "third round of supplies began on Sunday."

"We delivered rations, including animal fodder and tents, in two rounds. Our third round begins today. This morning, we saw the news that the water was 2,70,000 cusec, which is somewhat less... Based on this, it will take 8-10 days to drain the water from Fazilka. So, the situation is under control," he said.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good to see they're thinking about animals too! In rural Punjab, livestock is people's livelihood. The animal fodder and medical facilities for animals show they understand the ground reality. Hope the water recedes soon.
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Michael C
The numbers are staggering - 2000 villages and 4 lakh people affected. Rs 71 crore sounds like a lot but when divided among so many, is it enough? Hope the administration ensures proper distribution without corruption.
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Ananya R
My relatives in Fazilka are stuck. They say the water level is still high despite what officials claim. The 8-10 day estimate seems optimistic. Government needs to be more transparent about the actual situation.
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Sarah B
Appreciate the detailed update with specific numbers - 144 boats, 24 NDRF teams, 23 camps. This level of transparency helps build trust. Hope the third round of supplies reaches those most in need.
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Vikram M
This is what happens when we ignore infrastructure development. Year after year, Punjab faces floods. Need long-term solutions, not just relief measures. Proper drainage systems and water management should be priority.

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