Punjab is reeling under massive floods triggered by the swollen Sutlej, Beas, and Ravi rivers, along with seasonal rivulets overflowing due to heavy rainfall in their catchment areas across Himachal Pradesh and Jammu & Kashmir.
The worst-affected districts include Pathankot, Gurdaspur, Fazilka, Kapurthala, Tarn Taran, Ferozepur, Hoshiarpur, and Amritsar, where villages have been inundated. In view of the situation, the Punjab government on Monday ordered the closure of all colleges, universities, and polytechnic institutes across the state till September 3.
As images and videos of devastation continue to pour in, celebrities, actors and cricketers have appealed for solidarity and pledged support to affected families.
For farmers, cattle are not just animals — they’re livelihood. The floods took that away.
We, as individuals and the government, must ensure every family gets their cattle back. It’s not just about compensation — it’s about restoring dignity and survival.#punjabflood…
— sonu sood (@SonuSood) September 1, 2025
Singer and actor Ammy Virk said, “Seeing our people without a roof over their heads has left me devastated. In our small effort to bring comfort and stability, we are adopting 200 houses to support those who have lost everything.”
NANAK NAAM CHARHDIKALA
TERE BHAANE SARBAT DA BHALA ???????? pic.twitter.com/ObrmrIVKQA
— Ammy Virk (@AmmyVirk) September 1, 2025
Former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh also shared his anguish, posting, “Punjab is my home and my soul. Watching the devastation of these floods has been deeply painful. Families have lost loved ones, homes, and hope. Please know you are not alone; we stand with you, and I will do everything I can to support those affected. Together, we will rebuild lives and bring back hope.”
Waheguru ????????#PunjabFloods2025 #Punjab pic.twitter.com/SKUq3FrDX8
— Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) September 1, 2025
Actor Sanjay Dutt expressed solidarity, writing, “The devastation caused by the floods in Punjab is truly
The devastation caused by the floods in Punjab is truly heartbreaking. Sending strength and prayers to everyone impacted. I will support in every way I can. May Babaji bless and protect all in Punjab ????????
— Sanjay Dutt (@duttsanjay) August 31, 2025
Indian cricketer Shubman Gill said, “Heartbroken to see my Punjab devastated by floods. Punjab will always be stronger than any adversity, and we'll rise up from this. My prayers are with all affected families. Standing strong with my people.”
Heartbroken to see my Punjab devastated by floods. Punjab will always be stronger than any adversity, and we'll rise up from this. My prayers are with all affected families. Standing strong with my people ????
— Shubman Gill (@ShubmanGill) September 2, 2025
The appeals come at a time when thousands of families remain displaced and restoration efforts are being hampered by
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