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NDRF teams have been working tirelessly in Fazilka district rescuing over 1500 villagers from flood-affected areas. The flooding caused by the overflowing Satluj river has devastated crops and infrastructure across Punjab. AAP MP Vikramjit Sahney has committed significant funds for relief operations and demanded a central relief package. Local residents expressed gratitude for government and organizational support during this crisis.

Key Points: NDRF Rescues 1500 Villagers in Punjab Fazilka Flood Relief Operations

  • NDRF teams conducting rescue operations in Fazilka since August 27
  • Over 1500 villagers evacuated to safer locations
  • Punjab floods have affected approximately 1655 villages
  • AAP MP Vikramjit Sahney commits Rs 5 crore for flood relief
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Punjab: NDRF teams provide relief materials in flood-affected Fazilka, rescue 1500 villagers

NDRF teams provide relief and rescue 1500 villagers in flooded Fazilka as Punjab faces devastating floods affecting 1655 villages with 40 casualties reported.

"We have rescued more than 1500 villagers and we are providing relief material to them - NDRF Sub-Inspector Rekh Singh Meena"

Fazilka, September 5

As Fazilka continues to remain flooded due to the overflowing Satluj river due to heavy rainfall in the state, the National Disaster Response Forces (NDRF) teams on Friday continued to provide relief materials to people living in flood-affected areas of Punjab's Fazilka district.

Rekh Singh Meena, NDRF Sub-Inspector, stated that more than 1,500 villagers have been rescued, further stating that instructions were received from the District Commissioner to shift villagers to safer locations.

"We have been carrying out rescue operations in Fazilka from 27th August. We have rescued more than 1500 villagers and we are providing relief material to them...District Commissioner has urged the villagers to shift to safer locations..." Meena told ANI.

A local expressing his suffering thanked the government for providing relief materials.

"It has been 20 days since water has entered Fazilka. We are suffering a lot. There is water everywhere. All the crops have been damaged. The government and some organisations, NDRF, SDRF are providing us with relief materials..." he told ANI.

Heavy floods in Punjab have killed approximately 40 people. Apart from that, a total of around 1,655 villages have been affected, with Gurdaspur being the most affected area.

A day earlier, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Rajya Sabha MP from Punjab Vikramjit Singh Sahney committed Rs 5 crore towards the flood relief, drawing from both his MPLAD funds and personal philanthropy, stated a release.

Sahney announced that he is extending financial support to the State Disaster Relief Force for the procurement of advanced boats for flood rescue operations and modern machinery for river desilting. He further committed funds for the creation of robust flood protection bandhs and embankments to safeguard vulnerable areas from future calamities.

Sahney also said that his NGO, Sun Foundation, is actively engaged in ground-level relief operations. With an expenditure of over Rs 1 crore so far, Sun Foundation has provided motorboats and ambulances while also distributing dry rations, medical kits, hygiene supplies, and Fodder for livestock to families severely affected by the floods, the press release said.

MP Sahney stated that he will provide agri inputs, such as fertilisers, seeds, and pesticides, to marginal farmers for sowing wheat.

He also demanded a Rs 10,000 crore flood relief package from the Centre. He proposed that each farmer be compensated Rs 50,000 per acre for crop loss, and that daily wage earners and livestock owners also receive adequate compensation. In addition to these funds, funds are required for infrastructure development as well, which has been damaged, the release said.

- ANI

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Priya S
The crop damage is heartbreaking 💔 Farmers have lost everything right before the harvest season. The government must provide adequate compensation quickly. MP Sahney's initiative is commendable but we need systematic support.
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Michael C
Why does this keep happening every year? We need better flood management infrastructure and early warning systems. Rescue operations are important but prevention is better than cure.
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Sneha F
My relatives are in Fazilka and they told me how NDRF teams have been working day and night. Salute to these heroes! 🇮🇳 The relief materials are reaching people but more medical aid is needed as waterborne diseases are spreading.
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Aman W
Rs 50,000 per acre compensation is reasonable but the Centre should act fast. Farmers cannot wait for months for relief. Immediate financial assistance is crucial for them to restart their lives.
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Nisha Z
While I appreciate the rescue efforts, I'm concerned about the long-term rehabilitation. What about the children's education? Schools are closed, books destroyed. We need a comprehensive rehabilitation plan, not just immediate relief.
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Vikram M
Good to see politicians stepping up with personal contributions. MP Sahney setting an example that others should follow. But we also need better urban planning to prevent such disasters in the future.

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