Jalandhar

#Ground Report:A bunch of men oblivious to the lure of the camera, put hundreds of hours of back breaking work in the water-ravaged areas of Sultanpur Lodhi to save homes, children, women, cows, goats and rabbits

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The ED filed a supplementary complaint against former Forest Minister Dharamsot and others for money laundering. Officials embezzled Rs 53.64 lakh meant for tree guards. Dharamsot allegedly accepted bribes and amassed Rs 6.34 crore in illicit assets. He was arrested in January 2024.

The District Revenue Officer is coordinating relief efforts. Contributions are accepted at the Sultanpur Lodhi Market Committee office. A helpline (62800-49331) is available.

Phillaur SDM, Parleen Kaur, inspected low-lying areas to assess flood preparedness. She reassured residents, emphasizing the availability of resources like sandbags and rescue teams. Due to released water from Ropar, she advised staying away from riverbanks and contacting flood control rooms for assistance.

Deputy Commissioner Panchal assessed flood relief efforts in Sultanpur Lodhi, visiting affected areas and interacting with personnel. He urged caution due to rising water levels and emphasized relocating to relief camps. Relief efforts, including ration and animal feed distribution, were underway. Helplines were provided for assistance.

Dr. Sarabjit Rajan, an eye surgeon, has spent 20 years providing free eye care to underprivileged communities. He's organized 632 camps, examining over 190,500 patients and performing 17,600+ cataract surgeries. He's also distributed free glasses and focused on children's eye health, reaching 23,400 schoolchildren.

Crops on 36,903 acres damaged

Kapurthala authorities advised residents to avoid rivers and embankments. Cracks in the Beas River's dhusi bundh and heavy rain caused house collapses. The Beas' water flow remained high, and wetland floodgates were opened due to rising water levels. The advisory prioritizes public safety.

Eight workers were rescued from a flooded factory in Lohara village by the NDRF. The Jalandhar-Nakodar highway is inundated, particularly near Allowal village. Flooding is affecting villages and residents, with concerns about potential damage to crops and homes due to poor drainage.

Patel Hospital in Jalandhar now has the TrueBeam 3.0 Linear Accelerator, the first in Punjab. This advanced radiotherapy technology provides sub-millimeter precision, faster treatment times, and improved patient comfort. It enhances the hospital's comprehensive cancer care, offering safer and more effective treatments.

DC, CP, NHAI officials inspect site, plan diversions

A 17-year-old died by electrocution while tile fitting. Police booked a couple and another for a 42-lakh fraud. Three were arrested for murder attempt and dowry harassment. Two youths were arrested for kidnapping a girl. Police arrested one for selling liquor and two women for selling intoxicating tablets. A man was caught with heroin.

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Jalandhar Civil Hospital dispatched seven ambulances to flood-hit Gurdaspur, each with medical staff. Emergency Rapid Response Teams were also deployed to monitor health issues and provide aid. Medical teams are treating various ailments and distributing chlorine tablets to prevent disease spread.

Five truckloads of flood relief arrived in Sultanpur Lodhi. Sangrur MLA Narinder Kaur Bharaj sent the aid, including cattle fodder and daily essentials, which was delivered to MP Sant Balbir Singh Seechewal. Seechewal noted the need for long-term relief and praised the MLA's aid.

Flooding from the Chitti Bein and heavy rain in Jalandhar severely impacted around 50 migrant and daily worker families near Nakodar. Their homes, built near the rivulet for two decades, were submerged. Displaced families are in relief camps or grain markets, while local communities and residents offer aid.

Floods elevate health risks, primarily from waterborne and vector-borne diseases. Safe water, food hygiene, mosquito protection, and snake bite awareness are vital. Report illnesses and utilize protective gear during cleanup. Community cooperation and prompt medical attention are crucial.

MLA Bram Shankar Jimpa visited Chawani Kalan, distributing ration kits and tarpaulins to flood-affected families. He assured support, instructed officials to address needs, and praised community efforts, emphasizing collective action for quick relief and rehabilitation.

Five truckloads of relief aid arrived in Sultanpur Lodhi for flood victims. Sangrur MLA Narinder Kaur Bharaj delivered the material, including cattle fodder and daily essentials, to MP Sant Balbir Singh Seechewal. Seechewal is overseeing relief efforts and anticipates long-term rehabilitation needs.

The Sutlej River experienced increased water flow, reaching 1.35 lakh cusecs. While causing railway disruptions, embankments mostly held. Residents and officials worked to reinforce threatened areas like Dhingarpur and Sanghowal. Authorities monitored the situation, with concerns about further water release.

Hoshiarpur district launched a digital donation drive for flood relief. Donations are accepted via online links, QR codes, and bank transfers. The administration collects funds and essential supplies like rations and tarpaulins, while ensuring transparency by recording donor details. They are appealing to industries and residents to support the relief efforts.

Farmers' tractors and trolleys are crucial for flood rescue in Punjab, acting as lifelines to transport people, supplies, and livestock. They've become essential where other transport fails, even utilized by officials, highlighting their vital role in saving lives and aiding relief efforts.

He also expressed hope that the Centre will rise above politics and extend help to the state amidst the crisis

Beas flows at 2.8 cusecs; several more houses collapse in Kapurthala