Flood-related death toll in Punjab rises to 118: relief commissioner

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At least 118 people have now lost their lives due to floods in Punjab, says the relief commissioner Punjab, Nabeel Javed.

In a statement issued today, the commissioner said, “118 citizens have died in various accidents due to recent floods,” adding that people will soon be compensated for the losses incurred during floods.

Residents travel with their cattle in a boat, as they evacuate flooded area, following monsoon rains and rising water levels of the Chenab River, in Seetpur on September 13. — Reuters
Residents travel with their cattle in a boat, as they evacuate flooded area, following monsoon rains and rising water levels of the Chenab River, in Seetpur on September 13. — Reuters

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