United Sikhs NGO has embarked on an initiative to protect villages and farmers from recurring floods caused by the Sutlej, which had ravaged the area last year as well.
Ahead of the Monsoon this year, the organisation has decided to construct strong protective embankments at vulnerable points along the river to prevent floodwater from entering villages and damaging standing crops.
Jagmeet Singh, In-charge of United Sikhs, Ferozepur, stated that people in the region have been suffering from flood-related problems for several years, but no permanent solution had been evolved. Keeping this in mind, United Sikhs has stepped forward with a humanitarian approach to take responsibility for this task, he said, adding that the project will be carried out with the support of the local “sangat” and volunteers, and the initiative will be expanded further in the coming time.
Jagmeet further informed that strong embankments will be constructed near the Basti Ram Lal village along the Sutlej, which is expected to provide a major relief to nearby villages.
“The service initiative is aimed not only at ensuring safety for residents and farmers, but also for spreading the message of humanity and selfless service,” said Jagmeet.
For the same, a special programme was organised at the Basti Ram Lal village, where social workers, prominent personalities, political representatives and religious saints were present. Village Sarpanch, Jasmail Singh and Daljinder Singh Manga, along with several other dignitaries also attended the occasion.
Jagmeet appealed the public to come forward and support this humanitarian mission, so that villages and farmers can be safeguarded from future flood disasters.
Amritpal Singh, a member of United Sikhs, said that the organisation will construct a nearly 2-km long embankment. He extended gratitude to everyone for their cooperation and support in helping them complete the task.
Among those present on the occasion were Rana Gurmeet Singh Sodhi from BJP, Congress MP Sher Singh Ghubaya, Former MLAs Parminder Singh Pinky, Sukhpal Singh Nannu and Raminder Singh Awla among others.