Published on, Aug. 28 -- August 28, 2025 2:36 PM

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz emphasized the critical need for infrastructure to store floodwater after heavy monsoon rains and the opening of spillways in Indian dams, which worsened flooding in Punjab's rivers. She warned that without proper flood management systems, such extreme water flows could cause repeated damage to communities and agriculture.

During her inspection near Shahdara on the Ravi River, she highlighted the severe situation in Narowal, Gujrat, and Sialkot, calling it "critical" and urging all relevant authorities to develop detailed flood prevention and mitigation plans for the coming year. She emphasized that these plans must focus on both immediate relief and lon...