Sahney’s donation is the first major contribution to this campaign. The funds will help restore infrastructure in flood-hit areas. Sahney also donated 50 tractors and 10 JCB machines through his Sun Foundation to help remove silt from villages and towns.

The floods caused widespread damage to Punjab’s roads and bridges. Thousands of kilometers of roads and many bridges were destroyed. The state faces significant financial challenges. The Mission Chardi Kalan campaign aims to raise funds to aid recovery and rebuild vital infrastructure.

NRIs, local philanthropists, and others have already contributed money and goods. This campaign is critical to helping Punjab get back on its feet and recover from the disaster.

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The minister said Prime Minister Narendra Modi had asked Union ministers to visit flood-hit regions. They were directed to meet families, listen to their concerns, and assess the ground situation.

Khadse visited Patiala district, mainly the Ghanaur Assembly segment. She was accompanied by BJP leader and former Patiala MP Preneet Kaur.

She met families in Jand Mangoli, Untsar, Kami Khurd, and Chamaru villages. Many residents described heavy crop losses and damage to homes caused by the overflowing Ghaggar river.

Taking note of their difficulties, Khadse instructed the SDM to conduct a comprehensive survey. She said compensation should reach victims directly and without delay. Relief must be transparent and fair.

Her visit was part of a broader exercise launched after the Prime Minister’s recent tour of Punjab. Several Union ministers have been deployed to inspect flood-hit districts and coordinate with state authorities.

Farmers expressed hope that the survey will ensure faster relief. They also demanded long-term measures to prevent recurring flood damage.

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Warring alleged that the AAP government had already diverted the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) for its daily expenses, leaving Punjab financially drained. He said the Centre was well aware of this crisis yet still chose to release a small relief amount.

He further claimed that Prime Minister Modi aimed to “expose” AAP’s financial mismanagement, but in doing so, ended up hurting the people of Punjab. Warring insisted that the real victims were ordinary citizens who urgently needed relief and rehabilitation.

The Congress leader demanded that the Centre rise above politics and extend adequate support to Punjab. He said only a substantial relief package could ensure proper rehabilitation for flood-affected families and restoration of infrastructure.

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Jakhar attacked the AAP government for claiming that the Centre still owes Punjab ₹60,000 crore in GST dues. He called the figure “bogus” and asked the state to show proof. He added that the Centre wants Punjab to use funds properly and stay accountable.

He also criticized the mismatch in damage reports. The Chief Secretary placed losses at ₹13,289 crore while Minister Hardeep Mundian claimed ₹20,000 crore. Jakhar said such confusion showed the state’s careless approach.

On opposition parties rejecting the PM’s relief, Jakhar said ₹1,600 crore “is not peanuts.” He promised more aid after central surveys. He also stressed that farmers could have received ₹42,000 per acre under the crop insurance scheme if the state had paid its ₹32 crore share.

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According to him, both the AAP government in Punjab and the BJP-led Centre are responsible for this disaster. He said they must accept their failure. Baghel also criticized the central government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi for ignoring Punjab during this crisis.

The floods have continued for nearly two weeks, and thousands of people remain affected. Baghel alleged that AAP ministers and MLAs only toured flood-hit areas for photos and publicity instead of providing real relief. He called this attitude irresponsible and unfair to the people who are still struggling.

By terming the crisis a man-made disaster, Baghel demanded accountability from both the state and central governments. His remarks have sparked political debate, as Punjab continues to face the impact of heavy flooding.

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The MLA refuted BBMB’s claim that this year’s monsoon brought unprecedented rainfall, arguing that the board’s failure to release surplus water from the previous season worsened the disaster. “This was a foreseeable and avoidable situation,” he stated.

Rana Inder Partap Singh has called for an all-party meeting to fix accountability and create a proactive disaster management plan. “Political parties must come together to safeguard the lives and livelihoods of Punjab’s people,” he said.

He also highlighted the lack of timely flood control measures in his constituency. “Farmers are suffering, and we are still waiting for intervention,” he added. The MLA urged both state and central governments to reform the BBMB and ensure better accountability moving forward.

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Jakhar blamed illegal mining for weakening river embankments. At Ghonewal village, residents told him the Dhussi bund broke because miners, backed by politicians, damaged it. When officials were asked when the embankment was last fortified, they admitted it had not happened recently. Jakhar said timely repairs could have reduced losses.

He criticised the irrigation minister for promising foolproof arrangements but failing to act. “Preparatory meetings never took place. Floods come every year, yet no one prepared,” he said.

Jakhar estimated that four lakh acres of farmland are under water, with crop damage close to 100 percent. From paddy to sugarcane, farmers face total loss. He urged the Centre to provide a comprehensive relief package and to consider new check dams and stronger embankments.

Despite the devastation, Jakhar praised Punjabis for showing generosity, saying their unity brings hope in this crisis.

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He stated that Punjab’s rivers, once a blessing, had now become a curse because of poor planning and mismanagement. “This is not destiny, it is a man-made disaster and a government failure,” Sidhu said. He added that while politicians fed their greed, Punjab continued to face the brunt of floods.

According to Sidhu, the crisis has deep roots in chronic mismanagement of river systems and weak governance. He pointed to illegal mining and unchecked siltation as the main reasons behind the rising water levels. Sidhu urged that Punjab needed urgent corrective measures before the situation worsened further.

The Congress leader’s statement has added fuel to the political debate, with questions now being raised about accountability and long-term planning to prevent such disasters in the future.

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Residents in low-lying areas have been advised to move to upper floors or seek shelter in safer locations. Relief centers have been set up at various sites, including Satsang Ghars along Rahon Road and schools in Mattewara. Authorities also urge people to secure important documents in waterproof bags.

The state faces one of the worst flood disasters in decades, with the overflowing Sutlej, Beas, and Ravi rivers and heavy rains causing widespread damage. Over 21,000 people have been evacuated, and 3.84 lakh individuals have been affected in 1,902 villages across 23 districts. More than 1.7 lakh hectares of crops have been submerged.

The death toll has risen to 43, with the highest casualties in Hoshiarpur and Pathankot. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has coordinated relief efforts and ordered an immediate assessment of damages to crops and infrastructure.

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He questioned the Union Government’s priorities. While relief material reached Afghanistan quickly, Punjab still waits for adequate support. “If we can help people abroad, why hesitate to help our own citizens?” he asked. Cheema demanded immediate release of relief packages, infrastructure aid, and rehabilitation support.

The minister also appealed to the public to donate to the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund. He promised complete transparency, assuring that every rupee will reach flood victims directly.

On GST, Cheema welcomed rate cuts, noting that AAP had demanded them earlier. He pointed out, however, that states continue to face unstable economies. Lower GST rates, he said, will further strain their revenues. Cheema urged the Centre to continue GST compensation as promised.

He concluded that Punjab needs both GST support and emergency relief. Without it, the state’s economy and flood-hit citizens will continue to suffer.

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