New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will soon visit flood-affected states to take stock of the situation, official sources said on Friday.
Heavy rains have severely impacted north Indian states, destroying roads and properties, and claiming lives.
Parts of states like Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Punjab are among the worst-affected areas.
Officials said Modi will visit a few of these areas to take stock of the situation amid demands from some state governments for Central funds to deal with the crisis.
Himachal Pradesh remains among the worst-hit regions, with more than 360 lives lost since the start of the monsoon season. The State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) reported that 1,087 roads remain blocked, while 2,838 power supply lines and 509 water supply schemes have been disrupted.
Economic losses are estimated at over ₹3,979.52 crore, affecting both public and private infrastructure. The Indian Air Force has been deployed for rescue operations, particularly during the Manimahesh Yatra, to assist stranded pilgrims.
Punjab is experiencing one of its severe weather disasters in decades. Over 1,900 villages across 23 districts have been inundated, resulting in 43 fatalities. Approximately 1.71 lakh hectares of crops have been damaged, prompting the state government to request a special financial package from the Centre to manage the crisis.
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has already visited flood-affected districts and will submit a detailed damage assessment to PM Modi. All rivers in the state remain above danger levels, and rescue operations continue in the most affected areas.
In Jammu and Kashmir, the situation shows signs of improvement. Water levels in the Jhelum River and other water bodies have begun to recede after several days of heavy rainfall. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts mainly dry conditions in the region over the next 24 hours, with only isolated light showers expected.
J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah chaired a review meeting on Friday, instructing authorities to reinforce vulnerable areas, evacuate residents from submerged villages, and maintain 24/7 monitoring through control rooms to manage ongoing risks.
Uttarakhand and other north Indian regions have also witnessed severe flash floods and landslides, leading to widespread property damage and disruption of daily life. Relief operations are underway, with both state and central agencies coordinating rescue efforts and distributing essential supplies to affected communities.
PM Modi’s forthcoming visits aim to assess the scale of the disaster firsthand and ensure that relief measures are effectively implemented. Officials emphasised that the Prime Minister will prioritise areas with the highest damage and interact with state authorities to streamline rescue and rehabilitation efforts.
With over 500 lives lost across the northern states, this monsoon season has been described as one of the most devastating in decades. Authorities continue to monitor rivers, landslide-prone regions, and vital infrastructure to prevent further casualties.
