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The devastating floods in Punjab and Himachal Pradesh in 2025 were triggered by a complex interplay of natural and human-induced factors. Here's a breakdown of what led to the crisis

Meteorological Extremes
Torrential Monsoon Rains: Both states experienced unusually intense and prolonged monsoon rainfall, far exceeding seasonal averages. Himachal saw cloudbursts in regions like Kullu and Mandi, while Punjab faced relentless downpours across all 23 districts.

River Overflow: Major rivers like the Sutlej, Beas, and Ghaggar breached danger levels, submerging thousands of villages and farmlands.

Topographical Vulnerabilities
Himalayan Terrain in Himachal: Steep slopes and fragile geology made Himachal highly susceptible to landslides and flash floods, especially after cloudbursts.

Flat Floodplains in Punjab: Punjab’s geography, dominated by river basins and low-lying agricultural land, made it prone to waterlogging and slow drainage

Infrastructure & Policy Gaps
Dam Mismanagement: Allegations surfaced about delayed water release from Bhakra and Pong dams, which may have worsened downstream flooding in Punjab.

Urbanization & Encroachments: Rapid construction and encroachment on floodplains and riverbanks reduced natural drainage capacity.

Drainage System Failures: Outdated or clogged drainage systems in urban and rural areas couldn’t cope with the volume of water.

Climate Change Signals
Experts are pointing to climate volatility—more frequent cloudbursts, erratic monsoons, and extreme weather events—as a growing pattern in the Himalayan and northern plains region

Human Toll & Damage
Over 2.5 lakh people displaced, 30+ lives lost, and croplands on 3 lakh acres destroyed in Punjab alone. Himachal reported dozens of fatalities and widespread infrastructure damage

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