Clean Punjab post floods mission: Rs 100 crore for 2,300 villages; Rs 1 lakh initial aid

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Saturday announced a Rs 100 crore cleanliness drive across 2,300 villages affected by recent floods in the state.

Speaking to the media, Mann said that each village would initially receive Rs 1 lakh as a token amount, with additional funds to be provided based on requirements.

The government would also supply essential equipment, including a JCB (earth-moving machine), a tractor-trolley, and labour to help remove debris such as sand and fallen trees.

The cleanliness operation is scheduled to be completed by September 25.

To address health concerns in the flood-affected areas, medical camps will be established, and 550 ambulances will be deployed. Medical staff will be stationed at panchayat bhawans, dharamshalas, anganwadi centres, and schools to ensure access to healthcare services.

Highlighting the impact of the floods, Mann noted that 2.60 lakh animals have been affected in 713 villages. A disinfection campaign will be launched to prevent the outbreak of diseases.

In addition, the Chief Minister confirmed that paddy procurement will begin on September 16, and flood-affected mandis (grain markets) will be repaired by September 19.

With PTI inputs