In Gutrahan village of Namhol area, gushing waters swept through agricultural lands. Kashmir Singh, a local villager, said the debris and water destroyed large portions of fertile land. Farmers expressed fear of losing their entire harvest this season.

Meanwhile, Shimla woke up to thick fog, reducing visibility to just a few metres. School children and commuters faced inconvenience on the roads. The local Met office issued a yellow alert, warning of heavy rainfall in isolated parts of the state over the weekend.

The damage extended to infrastructure as well. Officials confirmed that 503 roads, including major highways like Attari-Leh (NH-3), remained blocked. In addition, 953 power transformers and 336 water supply schemes were disrupted.

Since June 20, Himachal has recorded 386 deaths due to rain-related incidents and accidents. Losses have reached ₹4,465 crore. Meteorological data shows the state received 967.2 mm rainfall—43% above normal.

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During a review meeting with state officials in Shimla, PM Modi said the Centre stands firmly with the people of Himachal at this hour of crisis. He emphasized that the financial assistance would be released in phases to ensure effective use for restoring damaged infrastructure, homes, and livelihoods.

According to preliminary state government estimates, over 200 people have lost their lives in the disaster, while thousands have been displaced. Key sectors such as agriculture, horticulture, roads, and tourism have suffered significant losses. Large stretches of highways remain blocked, hampering connectivity to remote areas.

The relief package will cover rebuilding of critical road networks, repair of bridges, restoration of power supply, and assistance to families who lost homes. Special focus will also be given to farmers and apple growers, who are among the worst-affected communities.

PM Modi directed central agencies, including the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and Border Roads Organisation (BRO), to work in close coordination with the Himachal government. He also stressed the need for long-term disaster preparedness, including early warning systems and slope stabilization projects to mitigate future risks.

Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu thanked the Prime Minister for the prompt support, saying the aid would provide much-needed relief to the people and accelerate recovery. With the festive season approaching, the state hopes to restore normalcy at the earliest.

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Earlier, Kejriwal announced that Saurabh Bharadwaj, the Delhi unit president of AAP, will be arriving in Punjab with essential relief supplies. In addition, every day, AAP leaders, MLAs, MPs, and citizens from Delhi will send trucks carrying relief materials to Punjab. Residential Welfare Associations (RWAs) and traders are also offering support in various ways to assist those impacted by the floods.

Kejriwal expressed gratitude for the widespread help, stating that people from all over the country are contributing to the relief efforts. “Today, the entire nation stands with Punjab,” he said.

Furthermore, AAP MLAs and MPs are donating one month’s salary to the Punjab Chief Minister’s Relief Fund to aid the flood victims.

The ongoing floods in Punjab have been caused by the rising waters of the Sutlej, Beas, and Ravi rivers, as well as seasonal rivulets, following heavy rains in their catchment areas in Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir.

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On Monday, Chouhan held a high-level meeting with senior officials to review the agricultural situation. After the meeting, he announced his Punjab visit, saying he would meet farmers directly. “I assure my farmer friends in Punjab not to worry. I will visit flood-hit areas, listen to your concerns, and ensure relief,” he said.

The minister stressed that the Union Government stands firmly with farmers and will provide timely support. His visit aims to restore confidence among communities that depend on agriculture.

Meanwhile, the Ministry of Home Affairs has sent a central inter-ministerial team to Punjab. The team started spot inspections on Monday and will prepare a detailed report for further assistance.

The combined efforts of the Agriculture Ministry and the Home Ministry highlight the Centre’s commitment to support Punjab quickly, reduce farmer losses, and speed up relief operations.

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In Punjab, multiple districts faced heavy flooding, forcing disaster response teams to launch large-scale rescue operations. To strengthen these efforts, the Indian Army joined relief activities in Amritsar and surrounding regions. Soldiers deployed advanced vehicles to move through floodwaters and evacuate stranded residents.

A highlight of the operations has been the use of the ATOR N1200 Specialist Mobility Vehicle (SMV). Officials said the vehicle can easily navigate submerged roads and swiftly reach trapped families. Videos showing the Army vehicle moving smoothly through floodwaters went viral online. Netizens praised the Indian Army for its bravery and efficiency in disaster response.

Meanwhile, rescue efforts are underway across several Punjab districts, including Pathankot, Gurdaspur, Hoshiarpur, Kapurthala, Fazilka, Ferozepur, Jalandhar, Ropar, Tarn Taran, Sangrur, Mansa, Bathinda, and Ludhiana. Authorities continue to urge residents to remain cautious as heavy rains are expected to persist in parts of North India.

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In Uttarakhand’s Uttarkashi district, flash floods—believed to have been sparked by a cloudburst or glacial outburst—devastated Dharali village. At least five people have died, while more than 50 remain missing. Entire portions of the village were buried under debris as high as 15 meters. Army, NDRF, and SDRF teams have been deployed, but rescue work is being slowed by damaged roads and relentless rainfall.

In Jammu’s Kishtwar district, tragedy struck during the Machail Mata Yatra when a sudden cloudburst hit Chositi village. The resulting flash flood claimed over 65 lives, injured more than 300 people, and left over 200 missing. Pilgrims as well as local residents were caught in the disaster. Rescue and relief teams, including helicopters, are working around the clock to reach survivors in remote areas.

Further west, Punjab continues to battle swollen rivers and overflowing canals. Flooded fields in Fazilka and Ferozepur have forced villagers to relocate. Relief camps are active, while Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has promised compensation for losses.

Meanwhile, Bihar reels under severe floods across seven districts, affecting nearly 800,000 people. Rescue operations are ongoing.

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