Hoshiarpur’s unified relief efforts: Community groups, organisations gear up to aid flood victims

Relief operations in flood-affected villages of Phagwara continue to provide much-needed aid to both humans and animals.

On Tuesday, green fodder was distributed to hungry and stranded animals in the flood-hit villages of Brahmapur and Chaidar. The relief initiative was led by General Nangal, Chairman of the Improvement Trust Phagwara and Punjab SC Wing In-charge of the Aam Aadmi Party, along with his dedicated team.

In a statement, Nangal stressed the ongoing severity of the situation in the flood-affected areas. “Floods have not only caused immense hardship for the people, but animals are also facing hunger. While we have been distributing dry feed for animals, today we have provided green fodder in Brahmapur and Chaidar to ease their suffering,” he said.

Nangal reassured the affected communities that the relief efforts would persist until the situation improves. “Our team is working round the clock to ensure that no one is left without assistance during this difficult time. We will continue our service until the situation stabilizes,” he added.

He further affirmed that the Punjab government is fully committed to supporting flood victims and will ensure there is no shortage of aid. “The Punjab Government stands with the people and we will ensure that all victims are provided for,” he said.

Present at the event were local leaders and volunteers, including Chaidar Sarpanch Sodhi Singh, former Sarpanch of Brahmapur Pratipal Singh, Sarpanch Vijay Kumar Pandori, Balraj Bawa, Avatar Singh, Kevalpreet Singh, Gurpreet Monty, Karandeep Singh, Shashi Bangar, Manjinder Singh, Jassi Gandwan, and several other local volunteers.

Dera Sacha Sauda donates materials to Red Cross Society

In a continued effort to assist those affected by the recent floods in Hoshiarpur district, Dera Sacha Sauda has handed over the first batch of relief materials to the Red Cross Society Hoshiarpur.

The donation ceremony was attended by Dera Sacha Sauda’s State Committee Member Ramkaran Insan Bhawanigarh, Ram Singh, Chairman Aspal Kalan and Gurmel Das Jhaneri.

Additional Deputy Commissioner Amarbir Kaur Bhullar commended Dera Sacha Sauda for their timely and generous contribution to flood victims. She explained that relief material is being delivered to those in need through the Red Cross Society at various locations across the district. Although Dera Sacha Sauda had originally sent a team of volunteers to distribute the material directly, at the request of the local administration, all aid was formally handed over to the Red Cross Society.

Mangesh Sood, Secretary of Red Cross Society Hoshiarpur, acknowledged the exemplary service provided by Dera Sacha Sauda. He confirmed that the materials—such as tarpaulins, mosquito nets, dry juice, odonil and tortoise shells—will be distributed to the affected individuals. Additionally, members of Shah Satnam Ji Green S Welfare Committee will assist in the distribution process in collaboration with the Red Cross Society.

Ramkaran Insan, on behalf of Dera Sacha Sauda, highlighted that under the guidance of Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh Ji Insan, the Shah Satnam Ji Green S Welfare Committee members had been actively distributing relief materials in flood-affected areas, including Tanda, Dasuya and Mukerian. He added that after conducting a survey of these villages and upon the administration’s request, mosquito nets, tarpaulins, mosquito repellent creams and coils had been sent to the Red Cross Society for distribution.

Intezamia Jama Masjid Idgah Committee offers aid to flood victims

Intezamia Jama Masjid Idgah Committee has extended its support to the flood-affected families in Hoshiarpur by donating essential relief materials to the Red Cross Society Hoshiarpur.

The donation, which included ration, tarpaulins and drinking water, was presented in the presence of Red Cross Society District Secretary Mangesh Sood and Avinash Rai Khanna, former Chairman of the All India Red Cross Society.

Khurshid Ahmed, President of the Intezamia Committee, emphasised that the donated items are aimed at helping the flood-affected families in Hoshiarpur. “We have provided ration, tarpaulins and drinking water to ensure that the flood victims receive immediate assistance,” he said.

Dr M Jameel Bali, Patron of the District Red Cross Society, acknowledged the widespread damage to homes and essential items caused by the floods. He assured the public that no one in need would be left without help. “We will ensure that no needy person is left helpless. In such difficult times, it’s crucial that everyone comes together to support the affected families,” he said.

The event was also attended by Ghulam Hussain, Riyaz Ansari, Chand Mohammad, Salim, Junaid Malik, Prince, Hasan and Sadiq, among other local volunteers.