Punjab Flood Victims Left to Face Devastation as Government Response Lags

As millions of Pakistanis displaced by unprecedented flooding in Punjab begin to return home, they are met not with relief but with stark devastation: cracked walls, destroyed crops, and broken livelihoods. While local authorities hasten to promise compensation, the reality on the ground paints a grim picture of governmental delay and insufficient support.How Long Will Families Wait for Real Relief?The recent deluge, fueled by heavy monsoon rains and overflow from Indian dams—a situation exacerbated by cross-border water mismanagement—has submerged vast swathes of farmland. With 2.5 million acres damaged and over 100 dead, the human toll is severe. Yet those affected,...