Pakistan’s Punjab province has called in the army after torrential floods displaced more than 200,000 people and swamped towns along rivers flowing from India.
At a Glance
- Over 200,000 people displaced in Punjab due to flooding
- Army deployed to assist in rescue, relief, and evacuation
- India released water from dams, raising Pakistan’s river levels
- At least 34 killed in Indian-administered Kashmir landslides
- More than 800 dead across Pakistan since June’s monsoon onset
Punjab’s Emergency Call
Punjab’s provincial government requested army deployment after floodwaters surged through seven districts, forcing mass evacuations and damaging infrastructure. Soldiers have been tasked with reinforcing embankments, repairing bridges, and rescuing stranded civilians. The flooding followed India’s release of excess water from upstream dams, which increased river flow into Pakistan’s territory at a time when the Indus Waters Treaty framework has already been suspended.
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Officials reported that more than 200,000 residents have been moved from their homes, with estimates rising to 210,000 as conditions worsen. Lahore, Kasur, Sialkot, Narowal, Faisalabad, Sargodha, and Okara are among the hardest-hit districts. Emergency shelters have been set up, but overcrowding and shortages of essential supplies are becoming pressing concerns.
Cross-Border Impact
Across the border in Indian-administered Kashmir, flash floods and landslides have left at least 34 people dead. A landslide near Katra blocked access to a popular pilgrimage site, halting thousands of visitors. Heavy monsoon rains continue to batter the Himalayas, complicating relief operations on both sides of the Line of Control. In total, more than 65 people have died in Indian-administered regions during this monsoon season.
Meanwhile, Pakistani officials claim the release of dam water without coordination worsened their crisis, reflecting ongoing tension in water-sharing arrangements. With the Indus Waters Treaty no longer operational, both countries are navigating a dangerous monsoon season without formal communication mechanisms to mitigate downstream impact.
Human Cost and Climate Context
The humanitarian toll is mounting. Since late June, over 800 fatalities have been recorded across Pakistan, primarily from flooding, landslides, and related disasters. In Punjab, floodwaters have submerged agricultural land and reached cultural landmarks, including the shrine of Guru Nanak, underscoring the widespread scale of disruption.
Relief workers face significant challenges. Two Pakistani soldiers lost their lives during ongoing flood operations, highlighting the risks for those engaged in emergency duties. The army is coordinating with civilian authorities to provide logistical support, distribute food, and maintain communication networks in submerged zones.
Climate scientists link the severity of these floods to global warming, noting that rising temperatures intensify rainfall and glacier melt in the Himalayan basin. The current crisis has drawn comparisons to the catastrophic 2022 floods, which submerged one-third of Pakistan and left long-term economic scars. Experts stress the importance of cross-border coordination and long-term resilience measures such as improved flood forecasting, stronger embankments, and climate-adaptive infrastructure.
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