Chandigarh Mayor, residents raise Rs 20L for Punjab flood relief

Expressing solidarity with those affected by floods across Punjab, residents of Sectors 27, 28 and 29 along with Mayor Harpreet Kaur Babla raised Rs 20 lakh to assist in relief measures.

The contribution was presented to the Indian Red Cross Society through Deputy Commissioner Nishant Yadav to assist with ongoing relief and rehabilitation efforts.

During the presentation, Babla praised the Indian Red Cross Society for its tireless service and commitment in times of crisis.

Also present at the event were Shikha Nijhawan, president, resident welfare association (RWA) Sector 27D, Simmi Sandhu, president, RWA Sector 27, Pradeep Aggarwal, president, RWA Sector 28A and Pawan Goel, president, Market Association 28.

The DC said such acts of compassion from the city’s residents truly showcase the spirit of humanity and community. He added that the funds would be efficiently utilised to provide much-needed assistance to those displaced and affected by the recent floods in Punjab.

“It is our collective moral duty to extend a helping hand during such calamities,” Mayor Babla stated. “The overwhelming response and generous contributions from the residents of Ward 10 and my family’s associates reflect the true spirit of Chandigarh, where compassion and community service come first.”