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Heavy rains in Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir worsened the flood situation in Punjab. Several districts like Pathankot, Gurdaspur, and Ferozepur are severely affected, with inundated villages and damaged crops. The Sutlej and Beas Rivers are in spate, prompting relief operations and warnings for residents.

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Heavy rains in Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir worsened the flood situation in Punjab. Several districts like Pathankot, Gurdaspur, and Ferozepur are severely affected, with inundated villages and damaged crops. The Sutlej and Beas Rivers are in spate, prompting relief operations and warnings for residents.

The situation remains grim as more than 257 roads have been rendered impassable, cutting off key areas and causing widespread logistical challenges

The meteorological department has predicted moderate to heavy rainfall in most parts of Jammu division on September 2 and 3

Amit Shah assessed flood damage in Jammu, reviewing relief efforts. He met with officials, residents, and announced a detailed damage assessment, prioritizing health and food security. He emphasized improving early warning systems and swift compensation.

Political parties in Jammu and Kashmir urge Home Minister Amit Shah to announce a substantial relief and rehabilitation package for the flood-affected Jammu region. They cite widespread devastation and demand immediate action, including an inquiry into recent tragedies.

The Jammu-Srinagar National Highway partially reopened after being closed due to heavy rain. Stranded vehicles are being cleared with priority given to fruit and essential goods transport. Officials warn of difficult conditions due to ongoing bad weather and forecast more heavy rainfall.

Areas such as Mayur Vihar and nearby localities in the Trans-Yamuna region were among those affected

The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram has deployed pumps and its full workforce to drain water from key roads and residential areas

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Villagers are stranded on rooftops due to floods that began August 27th. Homes are collapsing, with at least 50 damaged. Residents lack food, essentials, and face damaged property. Relief efforts are slow, and cattle feed is scarce.

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A section of the Luv Kush Paathshala at Ram Tirath Temple collapsed after heavy rains. The temple, believed to be Sage Valmiki's hermitage, is where Sita gave birth to Luv and Kush. The neglected Paathshala, facing ownership disputes, needs urgent repairs and heritage status.

Gurdaspur district faces recurring floods due to villages on the Beas and Ravi floodplains. Approximately 450 villages are situated in flood-prone areas, particularly within the 'Bet' region between the rivers, compounded by seasonal rivulets and ineffective drainage.

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

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Deputy Commissioner Kapurthala, Amit Kumar Panchal, emphasized that the safety of life is the priority of the administration

The floodwater, thick with untreated industrial effluents and domestic sewage, surged through densely populated neighbourhoods, including Dhoka Mohalla, Dharampura, Shivaji Nagar, Kashmir Nagar, Maharaj Nagar, Kundanpuri, and the Shingar and Chand Cinema areas

Aim is to help farmers manage waterlogged fields and plan alternative cropping strategies

The MC had issued notices to the dangerous buildings before the monsoon season, but no proper follow-up seemed to have been done for their demolition

The victims’ father, Harnek Singh, a daily wager and village chowkidar, is still grappling with the shock of losing both his sons in a single day

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