Punjab has suffered extensive damage from relentless rainfall and floodwaters. Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has already toured various affected areas in the state and plans to present a detailed damage assessment to the Prime Minister. Parallelly, Home Minister Amit Shah conducted a survey of flood-affected zones across Jammu and Kashmir.
A critical factor highlighted by Chouhan is the weakening of river embankments—such as those along the Sutlej, Beas, Ravi, and Ghaggar—attributed to illegal mining. He warned that restoring and reinforcing these structures is essential to protect flood-prone regions from future deluges.
Meanwhile, Punjab’s political leaders have intensified their appeals. An MP from Anandpur Sahib is urging the Prime Minister to consider a special relief package, including a two-year GST exemption, to help farmers and families recover financially. He emphasized that Punjab plays a vital role in national food security and must receive equitable support, similar to other states that have been granted significant funding packages following disasters.
Once the visit is confirmed, the Prime Minister is expected to engage closely with state officials in Punjab and other northern states like Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Jammu & Kashmir. The aim is to assess the damage firsthand, coordinate immediate relief measures, and plan longer-term rehabilitation.
As emergency teams continue rescue and relief operations across hard-hit areas, the Prime Minister’s upcoming visit signals the central government’s commitment to stand alongside communities affected by one of the most severe monsoon crises in recent memory.