Pakistan has issued a flood alert after India released water into the Sutlej River, raising concerns of a high-level flood at Harike and Ferozepur. The Indian High Commission informed Pakistani authorities about the water discharge, prompting the Ministry of Water Resources to alert provincial administrations and disaster management agencies. Officials warned that rising water levels in the Sutlej could pose a serious threat to downstream districts, particularly in Punjab.
🚨فیصل آباد شہر کے مختلف علاقوں میں موسلادھار بارش کا سپل جاری۔۔ pic.twitter.com/zjtGL9fpRs
— FFDLahore (@ffdlhr) September 8, 2025
According to the Ministry, emergency teams are being placed on high alert to manage potential overflow and safeguard communities living near riverbanks. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has directed local administrations to strengthen embankments and ensure evacuation plans are in place.
Bilawal Bhutto Calls for Global Assistance
Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari visited Muzaffargarh following his tour of Lahore and Kasur, where he highlighted the plight of flood victims. He called for international support to deal with the devastation caused by floods and urged the federal government to waive electricity bills for farmers until the crisis ends.
“Flood-hit farmers are already struggling to survive. They should not be burdened with utility bills during this disaster,” Bilawal said. He emphasized that the federal government must work in coordination with provincial authorities to ensure timely relief and rehabilitation for affected families.
عوام کی جان و مال کا تحفظ حکومت سندھ کی اولین ترجیح ہے، صوبائی حکومت ہمہ وقت عوام کے ساتھ ہے، شرجیل انعام میمن
وزیر اعلیٰ سندھ کی ہدایات پر ریسکیو ٹیمیں دن رات متاثرہ علاقوں میں سرگرم رہیں عوام کی محفوظ مقامات طرف منتقلی جاری ہے، شرجیل انعام میمن
مجموعی طور پر 133,887 افراد،… pic.twitter.com/UNbajVWv7b
— Sindh Information Department (@sindhinfodepart) September 8, 2025
Heavy Rains Compound the Crisis
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast “heavy to very heavy” rains from September 9 to 15, which could further worsen the situation. Faisalabad already witnessed over 130mm of rainfall on Monday, disrupting daily life and adding pressure to already swollen rivers. The PMD has warned that the upcoming spell could lead to urban flooding in major cities while intensifying the flood threat in riverine areas, particularly along the Sutlej.
River Situation and Flood Forecast September 08, 2025#FloodAlert #floodwarning #pmdweather #Monsoon2025 pic.twitter.com/rUoBlzRKty
— Pak Met Department محکمہ موسمیات (@pmdgov) September 8, 2025
Local administrations have been advised to remain vigilant as floodwaters continue to rise. Residents living in low-lying areas near the Sutlej River have been urged to relocate to safer grounds before the expected heavy downpour.
Rising Flood Death Toll Across Pakistan
The NDMA has reported that at least 910 people have lost their lives in flood-related incidents across Pakistan since June 26. The fatalities include 241 children, 520 men, and 149 women. Punjab alone has recorded 234 deaths, while Khyber Pakhtunkhwa remains the worst-hit province with 504 fatalities. Sindh, Balochistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, and Islamabad have also reported significant losses.
The disaster has destroyed more than 7,850 homes, killed 6,180 livestock, and displaced over 4.2 million people nationwide. Officials noted that Punjab, where the Sutlej flows, has witnessed massive agricultural losses. Rice, sugarcane, and cotton crops over 1.8 million acres have been damaged, creating fears of food shortages in the coming months.
8 ستمبر دوپہر 12 بجے ڈیمز لیول اور دریاؤں کے اہم مقامات پر پانی کے بہاؤ اور سیلابی سطح کی صورتحال۔ pic.twitter.com/JjlpQgDrIz
— FFDLahore (@ffdlhr) September 8, 2025
Punjab Floods Displace Millions as WHO Warns
The Punjab floods have displaced millions, triggered widespread disease outbreaks, and destroyed vast farmland across the province. Over 2.2 million people have been safely evacuated, but more than 4.2 million remain affected as rescue operations…
Punjab Evacuates Thousands as Waters Rise
Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari confirmed that the flood-related death toll in the province has risen to 60. She added that over 2.1 million people, along with 1.5 million livestock, have been moved to safer locations. More than 4,335 villages have been affected, while evacuation efforts are still underway in several districts located along the Sutlej.
The provincial government has set up relief camps and is distributing food, tents, and medical aid. Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz is expected to announce a comprehensive relief package for the flood-affected communities in the coming days.
Relief Operations Underway
Rescue teams, military units, and local volunteers are working to provide immediate assistance in flood-hit areas. Boats have been deployed to evacuate stranded families, while health camps have been established to treat those suffering from waterborne diseases. The NDMA has stressed the need for coordinated efforts to mitigate further losses as water levels in the Sutlej and other rivers remain dangerously high.
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