Sindh Irrigation Minister Jam Khan Shoro said the province is on high alert as heavy flows from Punjab’s three major rivers — Ravi, Sutlej, and Chenab — are expected to converge at Panjnad before entering Sindh.

“We will know the real scale of the deluge once the water passes Panjnad,” Shoro stated. He highlighted that unlike Punjab, Sindh lacks the option of creating controlled breaches to divert the water. “Our embankments are strong, but continuous pressure from upstream flows poses a serious risk,” he added.

Authorities across Sindh have deployed rescue teams and placed medical facilities on standby. Officials in Khairpur, Sukkur, and Ghotki districts have identified vulnerable areas where riverbank strengthening efforts are ongoing.

In Sindh, authorities are bracing for the full impact of floodwaters flowing from Punjab. On Saturday morning, officials at Sukkur Barrage confirmed a low-level flood after the Indus River swelled further.

Over the past 24 hours, the barrage recorded an inflow of 315,172 cusecs, while the outflow stood at 260,512 cusecs. The additional rise of nearly 31,000 cusecs has alarmed irrigation officials, who continue to monitor the situation closely.

Sindh’s Irrigation Department has urged residents of low-lying areas to remain vigilant, as further pressure on embankments could lead to dangerous breaches in the coming days.

The devastating floods across Punjab have killed at least 30 people, Senior Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb confirmed on Saturday. The minister said more than 1.5 million people have been directly affected as torrential rains and overflowing rivers continue to submerge vast areas of the province.

She added that over 481,000 people were evacuated and shifted to safer areas in one of the largest rescue operations launched in the region in recent years. Authorities have set up relief camps, but displaced families complain of shortages of food, clean drinking water, and medical assistance.

Extremely High Flood in Sutlej and Ravi Rivers

According to the Flood Forecasting Division in Lahore, the Sutlej River at Ganda Singh Wala continues to remain in an extremely high flood category despite a decrease in water flow. The river, which carried 390,000 cusecs yesterday, recorded 303,828 cusecs on Saturday morning.

Similarly, the Ravi River at Balloki is in high flood with an inflow and outflow of 192,545 cusecs. At Shahdara, the river remains in high flood with 146,800 cusecs of water recorded. These heavy flows will ultimately move towards Panjnad, placing additional stress on Sindh’s river system.

Read more: Smog and Floods Leave Pakistani Families in Crisis

Displaced Families Struggle Amid Crisis

While rescue operations continue, displaced communities in both Punjab and Sindh are facing dire conditions. Many families have been forced to live in makeshift tents along roadsides after their homes were submerged.

Women and children remain the most vulnerable, with reports of a rise in waterborne diseases due to contaminated floodwater. Relief organizations warn that without timely aid, the humanitarian crisis may worsen as the floods spread deeper into Sindh.

Local volunteers are assisting government teams in distributing ration packs, but thousands of people still wait for official support. “We lost everything to the water. Now we just want food and medicine for our children,” said a flood victim from Jhang.

Authorities Urge Preparedness

Disaster management officials have advised people living along the Indus River in Sindh to prepare for emergency evacuation. Announcements are being made in villages near Sukkur and Guddu barrages, asking residents to shift to higher ground.

Meteorological forecasts also indicate more rainfall in upper catchment areas, which could add further pressure on the river system. Sindh officials said they are coordinating closely with Punjab and federal authorities to manage the crisis.

A Province Under Threat

Sindh’s geographical vulnerability makes it the last line of defense against floodwaters flowing down from Punjab. With the Indus River already carrying millions of cusecs, experts warn that the province could face one of its most severe flood seasons in recent years if embankments fail.

As the situation unfolds, authorities have stressed the importance of community cooperation. “This is a national emergency. We need unity to overcome it,” Minister Shoro emphasized.

For now, Sindh waits anxiously as the floodwaters move closer, testing the province’s preparedness and resilience.

Follow us on Instagram, YouTube, Facebook,, X and TikTok for latest updates

Leave a comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Exit mobile version