Raghav Chadha Announces ₹3.25 Crore Support to Boost Punjab Flood Relief Efforts

Punjab is facing its worst floods since 1988, with heavy rains leaving all 23 districts of the state under water. At least 30 people have died, thousands of homes have been destroyed, and farmlands and livestock have been badly affected. Rescue and relief work is being carried out on a large scale by government agencies, armed forces, and volunteers.

Amid this crisis, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Raghav Chadha has announced financial aid of Rs 3.25 crore from his MPLAD (Members of Parliament Local Area Development) funds to support flood-hit families and help rebuild the state.

Chadha announces aid and calls for central support

In his announcement, Chadha said Punjab is battling one of the worst natural disasters in decades. He explained that the Rs 3.25 crore allocation will be used in two parts: Rs 2.75 crore will go towards strengthening flood protection embankments to safeguard villages from future floods, and Rs 50 lakh will be used for immediate relief and rehabilitation of affected families.

“This is Punjab’s money, for Punjab’s people,” Chadha said in a social media post. He stressed that as a representative of the state, it is his responsibility to stand with people during this difficult time. He also confirmed that he would raise the issue in Parliament and appeal to the Central Government for maximum support and cooperation in handling the crisis.

In a video message, Chadha described the destruction caused by the floods. Families have lost their homes, farmers have seen their farmlands submerged, and livestock has been washed away. He said that years of hard work by farmers have been destroyed within minutes. Expressing grief, he added, “In this flood, we have lost 30 lives. I pay my respects to every departed soul.”

Tributes to rescue teams and call for unity

Despite the devastation, Chadha said Punjab has shown great resilience. He praised the armed forces, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), doctors, Punjab Police, and Border Security Force (BSF) personnel for working day and night to rescue stranded people and provide medical help. He also thanked NGOs, civil society groups, and the youth of Punjab for risking their lives to help those in danger.

He emphasized that the spirit of Punjab is unbreakable, and even in the face of tragedy, the people have not given up hope. Volunteers and community groups have played an important role in bringing food, shelter, and medical care to families who lost everything.

Chadha repeated that his decision to allocate Rs 3.25 crore is aimed not just at immediate relief but also at preventing future disasters. By using most of the funds to strengthen embankments, the state can ensure better protection for villages in the coming years. He underlined that this step will make Punjab stronger against floods in the long term.

Finally, Chadha urged the Central Government to extend all possible support to Punjab. He pointed out that the scale of destruction is massive, and the state government alone cannot handle it. Cooperation from the Centre, he said, is essential for rebuilding lives and restoring normalcy.

A state in deep crisis

The 2025 floods are among the worst Punjab has experienced since 1988. All districts have been hit, with farmlands submerged under water, crops destroyed, and families displaced from their homes. The damage to agriculture is expected to be severe, as Punjab is one of India’s leading farming states.

Livestock, which is the backbone of rural households, has also been washed away in many areas. Villagers have seen their cattle, buffaloes, and goats swept off in the floods, further deepening their losses. For many farmers, this disaster has wiped out both their income and food security.

Government agencies are continuing relief operations, but the challenge is huge. Boats are being used to rescue stranded people, and temporary shelters are being set up for families who have lost their homes. Food packets, medicines, and drinking water are being distributed, but needs remain high.

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Looking ahead with hope

Even though the floods have brought pain and destruction, the response from people and organizations has brought some hope. Volunteers from across the state have joined hands with authorities to provide relief. Many young people have stepped up, bringing supplies and helping in rescue work.

Raghav Chadha’s financial support has given a boost to ongoing relief work. His promise to take the issue to Parliament also raises the possibility of greater assistance from the Central Government. For the people of Punjab, this aid represents not just money but also a message of solidarity and care from their elected representative.

The road to recovery will be long, but with combined efforts from the state government, the Centre, and the people, Punjab hopes to rebuild stronger. The focus now is on both immediate relief and long-term planning to prevent such widespread damage in the future.