The historic Kartarpur Gurdwara, one of the holiest sites for Sikhs, has been engulfed by floodwaters after India released millions of cusecs of water into Pakistan’s River Ravi.
Authorities have declared a high alert as the flood situation worsens across Punjab. Overflowing rivers have destroyed crops, damaged key infrastructure, and displaced many families from their homes.
Social media images show the sacred Kartarpur shrine surrounded by rising water, sparking deep concern among the global Sikh community. The Kartarpur Gurdwara holds immense spiritual significance, as it marks the final resting place of Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism.
Disaster management officials confirmed that relief and rescue operations are ongoing in flood-affected districts. Emergency teams have been deployed, but officials warn that water levels in major rivers could rise further, worsening the crisis.
Local residents have also voiced fears about losing their livelihoods, as vast areas of farmland now lie submerged. Farmers say the flooding has wiped out standing crops, intensifying economic hardship in rural Punjab.
The government has urged people living near vulnerable areas to relocate to safer zones. Authorities added that temporary shelters, food supplies, and medical facilities are being arranged for displaced families.
Religious leaders and Sikh organizations worldwide have expressed concern over the safety of the Kartarpur Gurdwara. Many have called for urgent measures to protect the shrine and ensure its preservation during the ongoing floods.
Officials maintain that efforts are underway to safeguard the site, though the scale of flooding poses major challenges.
The situation remains critical, with forecasts warning of more inflows in the coming days. Both government agencies and relief workers continue to monitor conditions closely to prevent further losses.
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