Heavy Floods Devastate Punjab: Millions Affected Across Sutlej, Ravi, and Chenab Rivers

Punjab, Pakistan – August 2025:
Severe flooding in Punjab’s major rivers — the Sutlej, Ravi, and Chenab — has caused widespread devastation, resulting in the loss of 17 lives and affecting over 1.46 million people across 1,692 mouzas, according to the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA).

Scale of Impact

The floods have forced the evacuation of more than 265,000 people, with 1,372 individuals sheltered in 355 relief camps and 6,656 receiving medical assistance. In addition, 90,348 people and 154,980 cattle have been successfully moved to safer areas.

District-Wise Situation
Chenab River

991 villages submerged

Over 1 million people evacuated to safety

73,000 animals relocated

72 veterinary camps established

Most affected districts:

Sialkot (395 villages)

Jhang (127)

Multan (124)

Chiniot (48)

Gujrat (66)

Khanewal (51)

Hafizabad (45)

Sargodha (41)

Mandi Bahauddin (35)

Wazirabad (19)

Ravi River

80 villages inundated

11,000 people evacuated

4,500 animals moved to safety

52 veterinary camps established

Most affected districts:

Narowal (75 villages)

Sheikhupura (4)

Nankana Sahib (1)

Sutlej River

361 villages affected

127,000 people evacuated

70,000 animals shifted to safety

90 veterinary camps operational

Most affected districts:

Bahawalnagar (104 villages)

Okara (86)

Kasur (72)

Bahawalpur (25)

Pakpattan (24)

Multan (27)

Vehari (23)

Government Response

Relief operations are ongoing with continuous evacuations, medical aid, and veterinary support being provided in affected districts. Authorities have urged residents in vulnerable areas to cooperate with rescue teams and relocate to designated safe zones.

Call for Support

As Punjab faces one of its heaviest floods in recent years, continued support and resources are critical to ensure the safety and recovery of affected communities.