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flag India declares Punjab floods a major disaster after dam gate failure, triggering aid and probe.

flag The Indian government declared recent floods in Punjab a severe disaster, triggering potential aid from state and national disaster funds. flag The flooding, caused by the failure of two floodgates at the Madhopur Headworks on August 27 during a high-volume water release from the Ranjit Sagar Dam, severely impacted Pathankot and Gurdaspur districts. flag Three water resources officials were suspended following a probe, and Union Ministers visited affected areas. flag The Punjab government has begun a damage assessment, with a report due in three months, while also launching a global fundraiser. flag Concerns have emerged over infrastructure maintenance and emergency preparedness, though specific financial details remain pending.

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