Kasur – A surge of floodwater released by India into the Sutlej River has entered Pakistani territory, triggering low-level flooding in Bahawalnagar district and submerging vast stretches of farmland along the river belt.
According to officials, the water flow at Ganda Singhwala has swelled to nearly 70,000 cusecs, inundating hundreds of acres of standing crops and forcing dozens of settlements into crisis. Villagers are being displaced as the floodwater continues to spread, raising fears of further damage.
In response to the situation, the district administration has imposed Section 144 and directed residents to immediately evacuate areas close to the river. Rescue 1122 teams have launched a boat service to move stranded people to safer locations, while two daily meals and fodder for livestock are being provided to affected families.
Deputy Commissioner Kasur said the administration and the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) are on high alert and that every possible step is being taken to ensure the safety and assistance of victims. Relief camps have been established at Talwar Post, with rescue, police, irrigation, and revenue department teams coordinating efforts to manage the emergency.
