Rising Waters: Patiala Villages on High Alert After Ghaggar River Swells

The Patiala district administration has issued an advisory to villages near the Ghaggar river, following increased water levels due to heavy rainfall. Residents have been cautioned to avoid the riverbank, stay alert against rumors, and report emergencies. The region, including parts of Punjab and Haryana, has experienced significant rainfall recently.

The Patiala district administration on Wednesday alerted several villages to the increasing water levels of the Ghaggar river, urging residents to remain vigilant.

Heavy rain in the catchment areas has led to the river's swelling. Authorities warned villagers in multiple locations to avoid proximity to the river.

With widespread rainfall affecting Punjab and Haryana, including substantial showers in Chandigarh, residents are advised to report any water-related emergencies promptly.

(With inputs from agencies.)