Rising Rivers Wreak Havoc in Punjab Villages
Heavy rains have caused the Beas and Sutlej rivers in Punjab, India, to overflow, submerging crops in several districts and impacting thousands of villagers. Farmers are distressed over crop losses and lack of compensation. The local administrations attempt to manage the crisis through relief efforts and infrastructure fortification.
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The unyielding downpour in Punjab has resulted in the Beas and Sutlej rivers overflowing, leaving villagers in Kapurthala, Tarn Taran, and Ferozepur districts grappling with severe flooding and the attendant threat to their agriculture.
Farmers in the region have raised alarms about submerged paddy and fodder crops, with little relief in sight from the inundated land. The situation remains dire in low-lying areas along the Beas, notably in Sultanpur Lodhi and Tanda. The districts have seen significant releases of water from the Pong Dam as the water level climbs dangerously close to its capacity.
The administration has mobilized resources, including boats for rescue and relief operations, medical camps, and the distribution of animal fodder. However, farmers voice their frustration over compensation delays and the lack of mitigating infrastructure like fortified embankments, as officials and politicians visit affected areas to assess the damage.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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