In light of recent flood damage in parts of Punjab, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the central government for immediate financial assistance to aid recovery efforts. Mann stressed that the state has been severely impacted by floods, leaving citizens and farmers vulnerable and highlighting gaps in disaster management infrastructure inherited from previous administrations.
Speaking to reporters, CM Mann emphasized that while Punjab has demonstrated resilience in managing crises, the state requires **timely support from the Centre** to rebuild damaged infrastructure and provide relief to affected families. “We have faced the fury of nature, but our resources alone are insufficient to meet the scale of recovery needed. Assistance from the central government is crucial,” Mann said. He added that while the opposition, including Akali Dal, tries to create a narrative around misgovernance, the government is actively **coordinating with central agencies and relief authorities** to ensure that citizens receive immediate support and rehabilitation.
This appeal comes amid ongoing political criticism from opposition parties, which have raised questions regarding flood preparedness and allocation of disaster funds. Mann maintained that his administration is committed to transparency and efficient utilization of relief resources, and that **Punjab’s developmental agenda continues despite natural calamities, unlike the previous regimes that often prioritized political optics over citizen welfare.
