NEW DELHI: The Punjab government has released the first installment of a landmark ₹332 crore to accelerate rural development across the state, marking a major…
View More Empowered Panchayats, Prosperous Villages: Punjab Releases First Installment of ₹332 Crore for Rural Development
Punjab allocated 33,000 liters of petrol, 46,500 liters of diesel, and 1,320 gas cylinders to districts for emergency relief efforts following devastating floods. The allocation aims to ensure uninterrupted services and support flood-affected citizens.
View More Punjab Govt Allocates Fuel & Gas Reserves to Meet Flood Emergencies
The Punjab government allocated ₹71 crore for flood relief and rehabilitation. Half was released initially, and the other half is now allocated to 12 severely impacted districts, with Amritsar, Ferozepur, Fazilka, Gurdaspur, Jalandhar, Kapurthala, Ludhiana, Patiala, and Tarn Taran receiving the largest amounts. The government aims to support affected families and farmers.
View More Punjab Govt Releases ₹71 Crore for Flood Relief and Rehabilitation
Punjab is facing severe floods, affecting over 256,000 people and causing 29 deaths. Extensive evacuations and relief efforts are underway, with 129 camps established. Crop damage is significant, and the government is assessing losses to provide compensation.
View More Over 2.56 Lakh People Affected, 29 Lives Lost Across 12 Districts in Punjab Floods
Punjab has established 24/7 flood control rooms in all districts to assist citizens during emergencies. The Water Resources Minister urged people to use these facilities, providing a list of contact numbers for each district. The government has implemented flood mitigation measures and preparedness protocols.
View More State-Wide Flood Control Rooms Working 24×7: Punjab
NEW DELHI:Â Upon receiving reports of greyhound dog races scheduled to take place in Punjab, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India took immediate…
View More FIRs urged for illegal greyhound races in Punjab by PETA