The Punjab government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, is making dedicated efforts to provide relief and rehabilitation to people affected by the recent floods. Ministers from the state cabinet are visiting flood-hit areas, distributing essential supplies, and personally ensuring that help reaches every household in need.
Cabinet Minister Harpal Singh Cheema, along with Food, Civil Supplies, Forest and Wildlife Protection Minister Lal Chand Kataruchak, visited villages in the Bhoa constituency of Pathankot district to review the situation. They inspected Kathlaur Bridge, Kolian Adda, Pamma, Sionti Taraf and Narot Jaimal Singh, and assured residents that the state will make every possible effort to support them. They also visited the Dhussi Dam, while four trucks of relief material were dispatched for the constituency under Cheema’s supervision.
In Sangrur, Cabinet Minister and AAP State President Aman Arora, accompanied by Water Resources Minister Barinder Kumar Goyal, visited Ghaggar near Makror Sahib and Sirhind Choe in Sunam to assess ground realities. In Sultanpur Lodhi tehsil, Cabinet Minister Mohinder Bhagat reached Mand Inderpur and Bharoana villages to review relief operations and reassure families. Cabinet Minister Sanjeev Arora inspected the Sutlej river Dhussi Bandh near Sasrali Colony and issued directions for urgent measures. Rural Development, Panchayats, Labour, Tourism and Cultural Affairs Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond visited Gab bridge in Khanna to oversee water drainage works. Meanwhile, Cabinet Minister Harbhajan Singh E.T.O. arranged 15 trolleys of relief materials and 10 small vehicles carrying food, medicines, and fodder for Ajnala and Ramdas.
Local Government Minister Dr. Ravjot Singh visited Pandori Khajur village in Shamchurasi constituency of Hoshiarpur district to review arrangements, while Health Minister Dr. Balbir Singh reached Bedi Chhanna village, inspected a medical camp at the local Gurudwara Sahib, and distributed relief materials. He also dispatched 23 ambulances from Government Medical College, Amritsar to flood-hit Ajnala and Ramdas, ensuring uninterrupted health services. Lok Sabha MP Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer and MLA Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal were also present during these visits.
Amid this natural disaster, the Aam Aadmi Party government has set a remarkable example of service and dedication. The relief campaign led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has shown that true leadership stands shoulder to shoulder with people in their toughest times. So far, 15,688 people have been rescued and relocated to safer places, while 7,144 are living in relief camps. The floods have affected more than 2.56 lakh people across 1,044 villages, yet immediate relief and rehabilitation measures were launched without delay. The Chief Minister himself visited Gurdaspur, Sultanpur Lodhi, and Pathankot, meeting families directly and assuring them that compensation will be provided quickly and normal life will be restored soon.
Unlike traditional aerial surveys, CM Mann walked through villages, personally interacted with people, listened to grievances, and directed on-the-spot solutions. This reinforced his “People First” approach, inspiring confidence among affected families.
The active participation of ministers has made the campaign more humane. Food and Supplies Minister Lal Chand Kataruchak traveled by motorcycle from village to village in Bhoa constituency to monitor relief efforts. Revenue Minister Hardeep Mundian went door to door in Sultanpur Lodhi, hearing residents’ concerns. Health Minister Dr. Balbir Singh flagged off relief trucks, while Education Minister Harbhajan Singh ETO worked alongside villagers barefoot with a spade in hand to help fill a dangerous pit in Patti, Tarn Taran. In Faizilka, Cabinet Minister Dr. Baljit Kaur distributed relief materials in Noorshah village. Panchayat Minister Tarunpreet Sond and Cabinet Minister Laljit Bhullar also moved across districts, personally delivering aid.
For the first time in Punjab’s history, all cabinet ministers donated their entire one month’s salary to the relief fund. This gesture, from the Chief Minister down to every minister, highlighted that the government’s commitment goes beyond speeches and is backed by real action.
The relief operations have been extensive. More than 3,200 ration kits, 17,000 food packets, and 45,000 water bottles were provided. For livestock, 700 quintals of dry fodder and 1,450 feed bags were distributed. In addition, a 24/7 helpline, digital tracking of relief supplies, community kitchens, veterinary health camps, and counseling sessions for children have been introduced, demonstrating both sensitivity and seriousness in tackling the crisis.
Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann reaffirmed that the safety and well-being of people remains the government’s top priority. Rising above political divides, he emphasized that the sole focus has been on serving humanity. He assured that compensation will reach affected families within 15 days through Direct Benefit Transfer, and that special girdawari surveys for damage assessment are already underway.
Today, the people of Punjab can confidently say they have a government that does not merely make promises but stands beside them in every moment of difficulty. The Mann government’s relief initiative has emerged as a shining example of politics rooted in service, dedication, and compassion, giving Punjab a new identity as a resilient and united state.
