Ferozepur, Sep 2: Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann was on a visit to Ferozepur today. During this, he took stock of the flood-affected areas. He took stock of the crops and houses of the people. During this, the CM himself became emotional after listening to the pain of the people. He assured the people that the government will help them in every possible way. At the same time, he said that we have asked for our sixty thousand crore rupees from the Center. He has made it clear that we are not begging from the Centre, but asking for our rights.
Punjab always stands with the country
The CM said that Punjab is called the food bowl of the country. Whatever situation has come, Punjab has always stood with the country. Be it the freedom struggle or the green revolution or any other fight. But today Punjab is going through a time of crisis. Just as Punjab has always stood for the country and today Punjab is in crisis, it is expected that the country will also stand with Punjab.
Army provides 20 helicopters
The CM said that I am demanding Punjab’s rights, not alms. I received a call from PM sahab and the Home Minister. They have reviewed the entire situation. Even now people are sitting on the roofs of their houses and bridges, but are not ready to leave their homes. In this hour of crisis, the army has provided 20 helicopters, for which I thank the Indian Army.
All three dams are completely safe
CM said that till now Ranjit Singh Sagar Dam, Pong and Bhakra Dam are safe. If water does not come from above, the situation will improve. I cannot tell Himachal to stop the water. Because water has a natural flow. We will compensate the farmers for their losses. They will be given compensation. The issue of desilting etc. will be raised with the center.