Punjab Stands Together in This Hour of Crisis: Ashok Mittal Also Extends Aid with ₹20 Lakh Contribution to Punjab CM Relief Fund
Punjab E News (September 5): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP and Chancellor of Lovely Professional University (LPU) Ashok Mittal today announced permanent employment to one family member of each of the 43 individuals who lost their lives in the recent devastating floods in Punjab. Earlier, Ashok Mittal had also contributed ₹20 lakh to the CM Relief Fund to support ongoing relief and rehabilitation efforts in flood-affected areas.
Addressing the media, Ashok Mittal expressed deep sorrow over the tragedy that has affected nearly every corner of the state, calling it one of the worst calamities Punjab has faced in decades. He paid tribute to the 43 victims, referring to them as “martyrs of this disaster,” and assured their families that they will not be left alone in this hour of grief.
“Punjab has always been the first to stand with the nation during any crisis, anywhere in the country or the world. Now, it is the time for the nation and for us as a community to stand firmly with Punjab and our people,” said Mittal.
“Lovely Professional University will provide a permanent job, based on their qualification, to one family member of each of the 43 bereaved families. We will personally reach out to all the affected families, but I also appeal through the media that any family who has not yet been contacted should come forward so that immediate assistance can be provided.”
Mittal also praised the Punjab Government, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, for its proactive efforts in relief and rescue operations across flood-hit districts, including setting up 196 relief camps and evacuating over 20,000 people. He acknowledged the tireless work of AAP volunteers, MLAs, ministers, NGOs, religious institutions, the army, and the NDRF, who have been at the forefront of rescue and relief efforts.
As the state now prepares for the long-term challenges of rehabilitation, including rebuilding homes, restoring farmland, providing medical assistance, and reviving livelihoods, Mittal called for collective efforts and generous support from all sections of society.
“We are committed to ensuring that the families who have lost their loved ones and their livelihoods in this calamity will not be abandoned. Together, we will rebuild lives, our state and restore hope,” he affirmed.
Arvind Kejriwal Hails Ashok Mittal’s Initiative: Giving Jobs to Bereaved Families is a Beacon of Hope
AAP National Convenor and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal lauded AAP MP Ashok Mittal’s announcement of providing permanent jobs at Lovely Professional University to one family member of each of the 43 individuals who lost their lives in the devastating Punjab floods.
“Ashok Mittal Ji’s this step is truly heart-touching. The entire Punjab salutes his spirit. In this hour of crisis, offering employment to the affected families is like restoring hope and courage to lives that have been shattered,” Kejriwal said in a tweet.
He added that the soil of Punjab has always taught people to face even the gravest of crises with courage, brotherhood, and mutual support.
“I firmly believe that with this collective strength and the spirit of humanity, Punjab will not only overcome this tragedy but will rise even stronger than before,” he affirmed.
