In Punjab, nearly 60,000 to 70,000 people displaced by recent floods are currently living in relief camps. Families in these camps have access to medical facilities, while swings have been set up in tent settlements to comfort children.
In areas like Farukhabad and Shahdara, floodwaters have started to recede. However, streets and homes remain clogged with mud, garbage, and stagnant water. Residents have expressed concerns about possible disease outbreaks and are urging authorities to speed up cleanup operations to restore normal life.
According to official figures, over 4.1 million people have been affected across Punjab, with more than 4,000 villages damaged. So far, 56 lives have been lost.
The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has warned of a very high flood risk in the Ravi, Sutlej, and Chenab rivers until September 9. Nearly 3,000 schools remain closed, with many converted into relief camps for flood victims.
Commissioner Lahore Maryam Khan reviewed ongoing relief and anti-dengue efforts. At Shahdara, the Ravi River is flowing at 90,000 cusecs, while water levels are gradually receding in Nankana and Sheikhupura residential areas.
She noted that a temporary channel in Mohlanwal has begun draining floodwater, helping improve conditions.
Three relief camps are currently active in Lahore. Authorities have ensured that food, medical aid, and even fodder for livestock are being provided to protect both human health and livelihoods.
Commissioner Khan directed officials to strengthen support in areas where water has receded, ensuring that rehabilitation work continues without delay.
As Punjab continues to recover, the focus remains on preventing disease outbreaks, supporting displaced families, and rebuilding communities. The presence of relief camps has provided essential shelter and resources, offering a lifeline to thousands of flood-affected people during this crisis.
