LAHORE – Catastrophic floods have devastated Punjab, submerging over 1,400 villages and affecting more than 1.2 million people. Continuous monsoon rains and overflowing rivers have inundated homes, agricultural lands, and key infrastructure, plunging entire communities into crisis.
Officials report widespread damage to standing crops, particularly in low-lying districts, with thousands of acres of farmland under water. Villagers are struggling to access clean drinking water and food supplies, while relief efforts face hurdles due to impassable roads.
Rescue teams, including the Army and disaster management authorities, have been deployed to evacuate stranded families. Temporary shelters have been set up, but the scale of displacement continues to rise as waters spread further into populated areas.
Health experts warn of potential outbreaks of waterborne diseases if emergency medical aid is not quickly expanded. Meanwhile, humanitarian organizations are urging immediate assistance to prevent a worsening crisis.
Authorities have appealed for calm, assuring citizens that relief operations are underway, though many residents fear the damage could take months—if not years—to recover from.
