As floodwaters recede in Punjab, officials warn that a bigger challenge now is disease outbreaks, with unsafe water and poor sanitation raising risks. The state health department has also issued an alert over the same. Authorities said stagnant floodwater, contaminated food, and disrupted hygiene facilities have created ideal conditions for the spread of waterborne and foodborne illnesses such as cholera, typhoid, diarrhoea, hepatitis A and E, as well as skin infections.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/punjab-floods-pm-modi-to-visit-flood-hit-punjab-on-9-september-1757260224543/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/punjab-floods-pm-modi-to-visit-flood-hit-punjab-on-9-september-1757260224543/embed</a>&nbsp;“Traditional water sources have been polluted,” the advisory said, pointing to contamination of wells, handpumps, and pipelines by sewage overflow, decomposed animal carcasses, and industrial effluents from upstream. Doctors have urged residents to drink only boiled water. Water should be brought to a rolling boil and left to cool on its own. Adding ice must be avoided,” the advisory said, stressing that vulnerable groups like infants, the elderly, and immunocompromised people should be given priority if boiling water for all is not feasible.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/india-and-eu-to-intensify-engagement-with-2-ministerial-visits-and-fta-talks-this-week-1757269056368">India and EU to intensify engagement with 2 ministerial visits and FTA talks this week</a>&nbsp;Health experts are equally worried about vector-borne diseases such as dengue and malaria, since stagnant water left behind by the floods is a breeding ground for mosquitoes. The government has directed local authorities, including panchayat officials and village heads, to ensure proper drainage and carry out spraying drives to curb mosquito larvae.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/at-least-one-dead-several-injured-after-fire-erupts-in-24-storey-mumbai-residential-building-1757264430399">At least one dead, several injured after fire erupts in 24-storey Mumbai residential building</a>&nbsp;The health department has already started medical camps in affected areas, distributing chlorine tablets and conducting house-to-house health checks through teams of ASHA workers and community health officers. Punjab’s health minister Dr Balbir said that anti-snake venom has been stocked across health centres, as snakebite cases often rise during floods. “People must not panic. They should immediately visit the nearest government centre or call our helpline 104 for help,” he said. He further said that water sample testing has been scaled up in the affected districts to ensure that residents have access to safe drinking water.<h2>Punjab death toll now at 48</h2>The devastating floods in Punjab have claimed two more lives, pushing the death toll to 48, officials said on Sunday (September 7). The disaster has also damaged crops spread across 1.76 lakh hectares. Meanwhile, education minister Harjot Bains announced that all schools, colleges, and universities in the state will reopen from September 8. He clarified that if any institution is still affected by floodwaters, the decision on its closure will be taken by the concerned deputy commissioner. The floods, the worst the state has faced in more than three decades, had earlier forced the shutdown of educational institutions across Punjab.

Punjab floods: Health department warns of epidemic risk as waters recede

As floodwaters recede in Punjab, officials warn that a bigger challenge now is disease outbreaks, with unsafe water and poor sanitation raising risks. The state health department has also issued an alert over the same. Authorities said stagnant floodwater, contaminated food, and disrupted hygiene facilities have created ideal conditions for the spread of waterborne and foodborne illnesses such as cholera, typhoid, diarrhoea, hepatitis A and E, as well as skin infections. https://www.wionews.com/videos/punjab-floods-pm-modi-to-visit-flood-hit-punjab-on-9-september-1757260224543/embed “Traditional water sources have been polluted,” the advisory said, pointing to contamination of wells, handpumps, and pipelines by sewage overflow, decomposed animal carcasses, and industrial effluents from upstream. Doctors have urged residents to drink only boiled water. Water should be brought to a rolling boil and left to cool on its own. Adding ice must be avoided,” the advisory said, stressing that vulnerable groups like infants, the elderly, and immunocompromised people should be given priority if boiling water for all is not feasible. Also Read: India and EU to intensify engagement with 2 ministerial visits and FTA talks this week Health experts are equally worried about vector-borne diseases such as dengue and malaria, since stagnant water left behind by the floods is a breeding ground for mosquitoes. The government has directed local authorities, including panchayat officials and village heads, to ensure proper drainage and carry out spraying drives to curb mosquito larvae. Also Read: At least one dead, several injured after fire erupts in 24-storey Mumbai residential building The health department has already started medical camps in affected areas, distributing chlorine tablets and conducting house-to-house health checks through teams of ASHA workers and community health officers. Punjab’s health minister Dr Balbir said that anti-snake venom has been stocked across health centres, as snakebite cases often rise during floods. “People must not panic. They should immediately visit the nearest government centre or call our helpline 104 for help,” he said. He further said that water sample testing has been scaled up in the affected districts to ensure that residents have access to safe drinking water. Punjab death toll now at 48 The devastating floods in Punjab have claimed two more lives, pushing the death toll to 48, officials said on Sunday (September 7). The disaster has also damaged crops spread across 1.76 lakh hectares. Meanwhile, education minister Harjot Bains announced that all schools, colleges, and universities in the state will reopen from September 8. He clarified that if any institution is still affected by floodwaters, the decision on its closure will be taken by the concerned deputy commissioner. The floods, the worst the state has faced in more than three decades, had earlier forced the shutdown of educational institutions across Punjab.

Punjab faces post-flood health risks as unsafe water and stagnant pools fuel fears of cholera, dengue, diarrhoea, hepatitis, and snakebites

Insistent rain across the country has caused a flooding situation, and the northern Indian state of Punjab is reeling under the impact of the devastating floods. The swelling of rivers Sutlej, Beas, and Ravi has caused heavy damage.

Insistent rain across the country has caused a flooding situation, and the northern Indian state of Punjab is reeling under the impact of the devastating floods. The swelling of rivers Sutlej, Beas, and Ravi has caused heavy damage.

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The Supreme Court on Thursday directed the Centre and several flood-hit states, including Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, to respond to concerns that rampant illegal tree cutting has worsened natural calamities such as landslides and flash floods. The development comes after the Supreme Court took note of videos showing large numbers of timber logs being washed down the hills by floodwaters.&nbsp;"We have seen unprecedented landslides and floods in Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh and Punjab. From the media reports it is noticed that in the flood a huge number of wood was flowing along. Prima facie it appears that there has been illegal felling of trees. Thus issue notice to respondents. Returnable in two weeks," CJI BR Gavai said, news agency PTI reported.<h3>Court issues notice to the centre</h3>The top court was hearing a petition that attributed such disasters, including illegal felling of trees, primarily to unchecked deforestation. A bench comprising Chief Justice Gavai and Justice K Vinod Chandran issued notices to the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, the National Highway Authorities of India (NHAI), and the governments of Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Punjab.&nbsp;The petition, filed by Anamika Rana, has been scheduled for hearing in two weeks. The bench also asked Solicitor General Tushar Mehta to ensure necessary remedial steps are considered in the meantime.

The notice was issued by the bench comprising Chief Justice Gavai and Justice K Vinod to the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, the National Highway Authorities of India (NHAI), and the governments of Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Punjab.

The Supreme Court on Thursday directed the Centre and several flood-hit states, including Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, to respond to concerns that rampant illegal tree cutting has worsened natural calamities such as landslides and flash floods. The development comes after the Supreme Court took note of videos showing large numbers of timber logs being washed down the hills by floodwaters. "We have seen unprecedented landslides and floods in Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh and Punjab. From the media reports it is noticed that in the flood a huge number of wood was flowing along. Prima facie it appears that there has been illegal felling of trees. Thus issue notice to respondents. Returnable in two weeks," CJI BR Gavai said, news agency PTI reported. Court issues notice to the centre The top court was hearing a petition that attributed such disasters, including illegal felling of trees, primarily to unchecked deforestation. A bench comprising Chief Justice Gavai and Justice K Vinod Chandran issued notices to the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, the National Highway Authorities of India (NHAI), and the governments of Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Punjab. The petition, filed by Anamika Rana, has been scheduled for hearing in two weeks. The bench also asked Solicitor General Tushar Mehta to ensure necessary remedial steps are considered in the meantime.

The notice was issued by the bench comprising Chief Justice Gavai and Justice K Vinod to the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, the National Highway Authorities of India (NHAI), and the governments of Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Punjab.

SC points to illegal tree-cutting as culprit behind floods, landslides; seeks response from centre, affected states

Punjab continues to reel under devastating floods, with wide destruction recorded from across the Northern Indian state. As flood water ravages the land, already thousands have been evacuated, yet scores more remain stuck. At least 29 people have died across Punjab, as over 1,300 villages have been submerged. In August, the state witnessed its highest rainfall in 25 years at 253.7 mm.Amid this, Punjabi singer, global star Diljit Dosanjh has announced that he would adopt ten of the worst-hit villages in Gurdaspur and Amritsar, "together, we can rebuild," he said. Dosanjh on his official Instagram account announced the move and said his team would support relief efforts, work with NGOs and local administration to focus on essentials such as food, water and medical aid. He said that his team would also help plan the rehabilitation of affected people and long-term reconstruction.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/imd-issues-red-alert-for-several-parts-of-india-as-heavy-rain-lashes-multiple-states-1756802815493">IMD issues 'Red Alert' for several parts of India as heavy rain lashes multiple states</a><h2>Punjab Government asks Centre to release ₹60,000 crore as over 2 lakh people suffer</h2>Punjab Minister Harpal Singh Cheema revealed that Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has urged the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led central government to release ₹60,000 crore in pending funds. "Our Chief Minister has written a letter to the Prime Minister of the country, requesting the immediate release of the Rs 60,000 crore owed to us by the central government," he said adding, "So far, there has been no response from them."In a statement, Punjab Revenue, Rehabilitation, and Disaster Management Minister S. Hardeep Singh Mundian said that the floods have affected over 2.56 lakh people in 12 Punjab districts. He said that the thousands have been displaced as the rain-triggered floods devastate lives, property, crops, and livestock.Across Punjab, 15,688 people have been evacuated so far, said Mundian - Gurdaspur (5,549), Ferozepur (3,321), Fazilka (2,049), Amritsar (1,700), Pathankot (1,139), and Hoshiarpur (1,052).Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/planning-a-us-trip-trump-just-made-it-pricier-starting-this-date-indians-will-have-to-pay-22-000-integrity-fee-for-a-visa-1756795635272">Planning a US trip? Trump imposes ₹22,000 'integrity fee' on Indians and others</a><h2>PM Modi, Punjab CM connect on call</h2>On Monday evening (Sep 2) Prime Minister Narendra Modi reportedly initiated what was the first official communication since Punjab was struck by the devastating floods a week ago. Modi, over call, assured CM Bhagwant Mann that "all help and support" will be made available to the state.<h2>Punjabi celebrities extend a hand as the state government awaits help from the centre</h2>Not just Diljit Dosanjh, other Punjabi film, music industry celebrities have also jumped to Punjab's rescue. Actor Sonam Bajwa, who recently made her Bollywood debut with Housefull 5, on Instagram said, "In these difficult times, my heart goes out to Punjab and everyone affected by the floods." Issuing a donation appeal, she added that she was doing her part to help organisations actively working on the ground as rescue teams.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-s-latest-wild-plan-reopen-insane-asylums-like-joker-s-arkham-amid-his-crime-crackdown-here-s-what-he-said-1756784333958">Trump's latest wild plan: Reopen 'insane asylums' like Joker's Arkham amid his crime crackdown. Here's what he said</a>Singer-Actor Ammy Virk has also adopted 200 affected families. "In our small effort to bring comfort and stability, we are adopting 200 houses to support those who have lost everything," he said on IG.Actor-Singer Himanshi Khurana announced that she will be helping "resettle 10 families in flood affected areas".<h2>PSDM centres closed</h2>Given the prevailing flood-like situation, the Punjab government has ordered the closure of all 43 centres associated with the Punjab Skill Development Mission (PSDM) until September 3.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/punjab-floods-over-1-000-villages-submerged-at-least-29-dead-1756801740279/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/punjab-floods-over-1-000-villages-submerged-at-least-29-dead-1756801740279/embed</a> &nbsp;

Punjab is suffering from devastating floods, with 29 dead and 1,300 villages submerged. Singer Diljit Dosanjh will adopt 10 villages, while other celebrities are also helping. The government has requested ₹60,000 crore from the central government.

Punjab continues to reel under devastating floods, with wide destruction recorded from across the Northern Indian state. As flood water ravages the land, already thousands have been evacuated, yet scores more remain stuck. At least 29 people have died across Punjab, as over 1,300 villages have been submerged. In August, the state witnessed its highest rainfall in 25 years at 253.7 mm. Amid this, Punjabi singer, global star Diljit Dosanjh has announced that he would adopt ten of the worst-hit villages in Gurdaspur and Amritsar, "together, we can rebuild," he said. Dosanjh on his official Instagram account announced the move and said his team would support relief efforts, work with NGOs and local administration to focus on essentials such as food, water and medical aid. He said that his team would also help plan the rehabilitation of affected people and long-term reconstruction. Also read | IMD issues 'Red Alert' for several parts of India as heavy rain lashes multiple states Punjab Government asks Centre to release ₹60,000 crore as over 2 lakh people suffer Punjab Minister Harpal Singh Cheema revealed that Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has urged the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led central government to release ₹60,000 crore in pending funds. "Our Chief Minister has written a letter to the Prime Minister of the country, requesting the immediate release of the Rs 60,000 crore owed to us by the central government," he said adding, "So far, there has been no response from them." In a statement, Punjab Revenue, Rehabilitation, and Disaster Management Minister S. Hardeep Singh Mundian said that the floods have affected over 2.56 lakh people in 12 Punjab districts. He said that the thousands have been displaced as the rain-triggered floods devastate lives, property, crops, and livestock. Across Punjab, 15,688 people have been evacuated so far, said Mundian - Gurdaspur (5,549), Ferozepur (3,321), Fazilka (2,049), Amritsar (1,700), Pathankot (1,139), and Hoshiarpur (1,052). Also read | Planning a US trip? Trump imposes ₹22,000 'integrity fee' on Indians and others PM Modi, Punjab CM connect on call On Monday evening (Sep 2) Prime Minister Narendra Modi reportedly initiated what was the first official communication since Punjab was struck by the devastating floods a week ago. Modi, over call, assured CM Bhagwant Mann that "all help and support" will be made available to the state. Punjabi celebrities extend a hand as the state government awaits help from the centre Not just Diljit Dosanjh, other Punjabi film, music industry celebrities have also jumped to Punjab's rescue. Actor Sonam Bajwa, who recently made her Bollywood debut with Housefull 5, on Instagram said, "In these difficult times, my heart goes out to Punjab and everyone affected by the floods." Issuing a donation appeal, she added that she was doing her part to help organisations actively working on the ground as rescue teams. Also read | Trump's latest wild plan: Reopen 'insane asylums' like Joker's Arkham amid his crime crackdown. Here's what he said Singer-Actor Ammy Virk has also adopted 200 affected families. "In our small effort to bring comfort and stability, we are adopting 200 houses to support those who have lost everything," he said on IG. Actor-Singer Himanshi Khurana announced that she will be helping "resettle 10 families in flood affected areas". PSDM centres closed Given the prevailing flood-like situation, the Punjab government has ordered the closure of all 43 centres associated with the Punjab Skill Development Mission (PSDM) until September 3. https://www.wionews.com/videos/punjab-floods-over-1-000-villages-submerged-at-least-29-dead-1756801740279/embed

Punjab is suffering from devastating floods, with 29 dead and 1,300 villages submerged. Singer Diljit Dosanjh will adopt 10 villages, while other celebrities are also helping. The government has requested ₹60,000 crore from the central government.

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