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Punjab Villagers Demand Haryana Merger for Flood Relief

9/7/2025

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Villagers in Punjab's flood-affected areas seek merger with Haryana for improved flood management, citing inadequate state responses.
Former Haryana Chief Minister Hooda demands full compensation for farmers, criticizing government flood preparedness and e-Kshatipurti access issues.
Haryana's Chief Minister Saini assures solidarity with Punjab, announcing 950 disaster response personnel and 151 boats for evacuations.
Heavy rains have caused significant crop damage in Haryana, with over 113,000 farmers reporting losses.
The Bhakra Beas Management Board faces scrutiny over water release practices amid ongoing flooding crises.

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Villagers in Punjab's flood-affected areas seek merger with Haryana for improved flood management, citing inadequate state responses.
Former Haryana Chief Minister Hooda demands full compensation for farmers, criticizing government flood preparedness and e-Kshatipurti access issues.
Haryana's Chief Minister Saini assures solidarity with Punjab, announcing 950 disaster response personnel and 151 boats for evacuations.
Heavy rains have caused significant crop damage in Haryana, with over 113,000 farmers reporting losses.
The Bhakra Beas Management Board faces scrutiny over water release practices amid ongoing flooding crises.