During the visit, Sanjay Seth held discussions with Army and Border Security Force (BSF) officials. The BSF briefed him that the Ravi floods had caused breaches in dhussi bundhs (earthen embankments) in Amritsar, Gurdaspur and Pathankot. Around 30 km of border fencing and several outposts were damaged or washed away, creating serious challenges for border security.

Earlier, Satish S Khandare, Additional Director General of BSF Western Command, carried out an aerial survey of the affected districts. His inspection highlighted the large-scale damage to border infrastructure, stressing the urgency of reconstruction and reinforcement.

The defence minister of state also visited Motla, Dhandal, Nepal, Karial, Shahpur and Bhindi Saidan villages. He listened to grievances of residents and assured them that both the defence and civil authorities would coordinate rehabilitation and restoration efforts without delay.

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Using his MPLAD fund, Harbhajan provided eight steamer boats. In addition, he personally donated three more boats, making it a total of 11. Each boat cost between ₹4.5 lakh and ₹5.5 lakh. He also purchased three ambulances to ensure patients in critical condition can be taken safely to hospitals.

Punjab has been struggling with floods caused by heavy monsoon rains and breaches in river embankments. Many areas are still waterlogged, with families displaced and crops destroyed. Relief teams and volunteers continue rescue efforts.

Harbhajan also reached out to friends and sports organizations for financial help. A sports body donated ₹30 lakh, while two of his friends contributed ₹12 lakh and ₹6 lakh. So far, nearly ₹50 lakh has been raised for relief work. Food and medicines are being supplied to families in need.

Representing the Aam Aadmi Party in the Rajya Sabha, Harbhajan Singh has assured that more aid will be extended as the situation demands.

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Officials reported that nearly 3.7 lakh acres of crops have been destroyed, severely impacting farmers. The Punjab flood damages are worst in Gurdaspur, where one lakh acres of fields have been ruined. Amritsar, Ferozepur, and Fazilka are also among the hardest-hit districts.

So far, over 3.55 lakh residents have been affected, and more than 19,600 people have been rescued by state and central teams. The government has set up 174 relief camps, now sheltering over 5,000 individuals. Forces deployed include 23 NDRF units, Army and Air Force columns, helicopters, and BSF support.

Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann toured flood-hit Ferozepur by boat, while Governor Gulab Chand Kataria visited Tarn Taran. Mann has appealed to the Centre to release pending funds, calling them Punjab’s right, not charity.

With the Punjab flood damages continuing to rise, the India Meteorological Department has warned of further heavy rainfall in the coming days, raising the risk of additional flooding. Relief officials are urging people in low-lying areas to remain alert as rescue teams intensify efforts.

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Since August 1, twelve districts have faced floods. Heavy rain in Himachal Pradesh and Jammu & Kashmir forced the Sutlej, Beas, and Ravi rivers to overflow. Seasonal rivulets also swelled, adding to the disaster. Continuous rainfall in Punjab worsened the crisis.

Rescue teams have moved 15,688 people to safer places. Gurdaspur led with 5,549 rescues, followed by Ferozepur (3,321), Fazilka (2,049), and Amritsar (1,700). In all, 1,044 villages remain flooded. Amritsar reported the highest impact with 35,000 people affected, followed by Ferozepur (24,015) and Fazilka (21,562).

The floods damaged 96,061 hectares of farmland. Livestock losses are also heavy, though numbers will be clear after water recedes. Damage to roads and buildings is yet to be assessed.

Relief work continues with 20 NDRF teams, supported by SDRF, the Army, and Punjab Police. They are working day and night to protect lives and property.

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Sinha, along with Water Resources Secretary Krishna Kumar and Deputy Commissioner Amit Kumar Panchal, travelled by boat to Baupur and Sangra. He spoke with villagers, listened to their problems, and promised long-term protection measures. He said officials are working on war footing to rescue families, provide shelter, food, medical care, and protect livestock.

The Chief Secretary inspected relief camps in Fazlabad, Lakh Waryan, Ahli Kalan, Mand Kooka Gurdwara Sahib, and Bharoana Gurdwara Rababsar Sahib. He also reviewed Army and SDRF rescue work. Sinha directed officials to speed up compensation. Special girdawaris have started, and tehsildars are already in the field to ensure quick relief.

Deputy Commissioner Panchal said food, healthcare, and essential supplies are available for every affected family. He added that revenue, health, animal husbandry, and water resources teams are working round the clock. Rajya Sabha MP Sant Baba Balbir Singh Seechewal and senior district officials joined the review.

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