Death Toll Rises To 37 In Punjab's Worst Floods In Four Decades After Fresh Rains

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Last Updated:September 04, 2025, 08:06 IST

Death toll in Punjab has risen to 37, as the state witnessed the worst floods since 1988, officials said.

 Death toll rises to 37 (AP Image)

Punjab floods: Death toll rises to 37 (AP Image)

The flood situation in Punjab was worsened as the state received a fresh spell of heavy rains on Wednesday, taking the death toll to 37, officials said.

This is the worst deluge in Punjab since 1988, as crops on 1.75 lakh hectares of land in 23 districts suffered damage.

Relief and rescue operations are underway on war footing, as authorities are providing help to over 3.55 lakh people in 1,655 villages.

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