Punjab and adjoining regions also saw incessant rainfall in the past few days
11:00 AM | Kartarpur Sahib corridor has been submerged due to the overflow of water.
11:35 AM | Himachal Pradesh witnessed clear weather amidst flood-like conditions, not only in Himachal but also across Punjab and Jammu and Kashmir.
A family of father and son pray, saying "God, please save our house and belongings" as their house collapsed following incessant rainfall in Tanda. The conditions are worrisome in the area. He said, "No one should have such a situation, God forbid."
Due to continuous rains, 7 districts of Punjab are facing floods. Pathankot, Gurdaspur, Tarn Taran, Hoshiarpur, and Kapurthala are the worst hit. Over 150 villages in Ferozepur and Fazilka have been submerged. NDRF, SDF, and Army teams are carrying out rescue operations. So far, more than 100 people have been rescued from different places.
Today, the Army rescued 22 CRPF personnel and 3 civilians from a collapsed building surrounded by floodwaters at Madhopur Headworks in Pathankot by helicopter.
Indian Army Aviation on Wednesday undertook a high-risk helicopter rescue operation, evacuating stranded civilians and CRPF personnel from a building surrounded by raging floodwaters and at imminent risk of collapse at Madhopur Headworks, Punjab.
The Army helicopter landed on the roof of a two-story building to carry out the operation, and in a dramatic turn of event, as soon as the helicopter took off from the roof, the front of the building collapsed and some debris fell into the water. The army continued the operation and rescued all those trapped on the roof of the ruined building.
“Braving challenging weather and rapidly rising waters, the team’s swift and fearless response ensured every life was brought to safety,” Indian Army said in a post on X while sharing footages from the scene.
“At dawn today, Army Aviation helicopters were launched for a rescue mission that tested nerves, skill and determination. Despite dangerous flying conditions, Army pilots brought their helicopter down on a building that was already on the verge of collapse — a feat demanding the highest level of flying skills and unmatched bravery. Risking their own lives, the soldiers ensured that every single stranded person was lifted to safety,” the post further read.
Indian Army Aviation undertook a high-risk helicopter rescue operation, evacuating stranded civilians and #CRPF personnel from a building surrounded by raging floodwaters and at imminent risk of collapse at Madhopur Headworks, #Punjab. Braving challenging weather and rapidly… pic.twitter.com/8999qBrs0x
— ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY (@adgpi) August 27, 2025
“In a chilling reminder of what was at stake, the very building on which the helicopter had landed gave way shortly after the evacuation, highlighting the timely and decisive rescue efforts. Any Mission, Any Time, Any Where,” the post added.
Railway services have been brought to a halt at Jammu and Katra railway stations today, as the region continues to witness rain. 22 trains that were running or scheduled have been cancelled. Earlier on Tuesday, the journey of 27 trains was stopped midway.
Amritsar DC Sakshi Sahni, on Wednesday morning, took stock of the flood situation in Ajnala.
DC Sakshi Sahni
DC Sakshi Sahni
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"We, the responsible people of the village, are tired of saying this; we are in danger here, put 2-4 crates."
MLA Jagtar Dayalpura, who arrived to visit the Sutlej River, had a verbal spat with the villagers.
SDM and SSP Jyoti Yadav were also present on the occasion, watch LIVE
Farmers in the Mand area are worried due to the swelling Beas River
Sant Seechewal meets flood-affected farmers. Thousands of acres of crops of farmers from more than 16 villages have been flooded. Sant Seechewal sends boats and excavator machines to help people in flood-affected areas
Army rescues by helicopter in Pathankot
1:14 pm | Indian Army and Punjab Police Continue Rescue Operation
1:20 pm: An entire village has been inundated by floodwaters from the Ravi River in Dhinagar. Crops ruined.
Punjab’s Gurdaspur, Hoshiarpur Floods Latest News Today, Weather Forecast LIVE: While North India, especially the Northwestern states like Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Punjab, have been witnessing torrential rainfall for the past few days, leading to overflow of rivers down the low-lying areas, including several districts of Punjab, including Gurdaspur and Hoshiarpur.
Punjab and adjoining regions also saw incessant rainfall in the past few days, leading to flooding in low-lying villages and field near rivers.
Earlier, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announced the closure of all primary, secondary, and senior secondary government and private schools in the state till August 30.
