Chandigarh [India], September 16: As floodwaters continue to devastate communities across Punjab, UNITED SIKHS remains steadfast in its humanitarian response - delivering aid, restoring dignity, and amplifying the spirit of seva across borders.
According to officials, torrential rains lashed Dehradun on Monday night, causing the Sahastradhara river to overflow. The gushing waters carried debris into the main market area, leading to significant damage to several commercial establishments.
Union Minister Ram Nath Thakur praised PM Modi for his work in the Seemanchal region and said the Prime Minister deserves congratulations for his efforts.
In a post on X, he said, "Felicitations to FM Javier Bu Soto, the Government and the people of Honduras on their Independence Day. Will continue efforts to advance our long-standing partnership."
The ministry is stepping up efforts and boosting exports to European and Asian countries, with teams set to visit France, the UK, and Singapore in September to scout new markets and strengthen existing ones.
In a post on X, Congress mentioned that Gandhi interacted with the affected families in the flood-hit areas of Punjab and took stock of the relief efforts. During his visit, the Lok Sabha LoP also met the farmers, who were affected by the severe floods in Gurdaspur.
Taking a jibe at Rashtriya Janata Dal leader Tejashwi Yadav, Union Minister Chirag Paswan on Monday said that even after putting in all the efforts in Rahul Gandhi's Voter Adhikar Yatra, the former's leadership was not given due respect by the Congress leader.
Floods in south Punjab have displaced nearly 2.5 million people, killed 101, and devastated villages, though water is now receding, *Dawn* reported. Massive evacuation efforts, including 1,500 rescue boats, continue as relief teams supply food and medicine, with authorities declaring Jalalpu
A massive fire broke out at a company located in Panoli GIDC, Bharuch, on Sunday morning. More than 15 fire tenders have been deployed at the site, and efforts are underway to bring the blaze under control.
A cross-section of Afghans has expressed appreciation for the UAE's timely assistance, including the delivery of relief supplies and the deployment of rescue teams to earthquake-hit regions in the south-eastern parts of the country.
Bollywood actor Sonu Sood expressed his happiness on the consolidated relief efforts of the individuals and the Punjab government in response to the flood situation in the state.