Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:32pm on 03 Sep 2025,Wednesday Weather & Environment
Punjab has declared all 23 districts flood-hit after heavy rains and swollen rivers caused massive destruction. At least 30 people have died, and more than 3.5 lakh residents are affected. Gurdaspur is the worst-hit, with 324 villages submerged. Crops on nearly 1.5 lakh hectares are damaged. Pathankot recorded the highest deaths, while three people remain missing. The government has set up 174 relief camps, and over 19,000 people have been rescued. The Army, Navy, Air Force, and NDRF are carrying out relief operations with helicopters and boats. Schools and colleges will remain closed until September 7.
