India has released additional water into the Sutlej River, prompting the Ministry of Water Resources to issue an emergency alert.Punjab authorities are on high alert as floodwaters threaten Harike, Ferozepur, and southern districts, leading to mass evacuations.The Ministry of Water Resources confirmed that India informed Pakistan through diplomatic channels about the increased release of water into the Sutlej River.

High-level flooding is expected in Harike and Ferozepur, and the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has warned of further rises in river flows. Civil administration, Pakistan Army, and other relevant departments have been mobilized to protect lives and property. In Multan, authorities plan a controlled breach at the Sher Shah embankment to divert rising waters of the Chenab River.

The irrigation department expects flows of over 540,000 cusecs from Trimmu, with Sher Shah already recording 400,000 cusecs. Nearby settlements have been alerted for evacuation, and rail and road traffic will be suspended to ensure safety.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan (INP)