The rivers in Punjab are now back to their normal levels following the end of the monsoon season, according to Irfan Ali Kathia, the Director General of the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA). Although the floodwaters are going down, there is still a lot of damage across the province.
The flooding severely impacted a large number of people and communities. More than 407,000 people were affected by the disaster. To ensure safety, over 612,800 residents and two million animals had to be moved out of danger areas.
In total, 4,795 villages in 28 districts experienced significant disruption and damage. Transportation remains difficult in several areas. Key major roads are still closed while repair teams work on them. This includes parts of the Multan–Sukkur M-5 motorway and the Jalalpur–Lodhran road.
Farmers have suffered major crop losses. Crops like maize, rice, sugarcane and cotton have been hit particularly hard, resulting in extensive agricultural damage.
Relief efforts are ongoing to help the affected communities recover. Currently, there are 331 relief camps operating, providing necessary support, including medical services, to those who have been displaced or impacted by the floods. The focus is now shifting from emergency response to recovery and rebuilding.
