CHANDIGARH – As Punjab grapples with one of its most devastating flood disasters in recent history, prominent voices from the entertainment industry are stepping up to provide crucial aid and support. This collective effort is helping to not only deliver immediate relief but also to raise awareness and plan for long-term rehabilitation.
Sufi singer Satinder Sartaaj has been a leading figure on the ground. Through his foundation, he is working tirelessly in the Ferozpur and Fazilka districts to provide food, shelter, and medical aid. He has been using his social media platforms to share heart-wrenching visuals from the affected areas, urging his followers to contribute to the ongoing relief efforts.
Singer Jasbir Jassi has been actively appealing for help through social media. In a recent interview, he revealed that he personally reached out to Bollywood stars like Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt, who have pledged their support. Dutt also posted on X, calling the devastation “truly heartbreaking” and promising to “assist in every way possible.”
Global Punjabi icon Diljit Dosanjh is currently focused on the Majha region. His team is reportedly working on a long-term rehabilitation strategy, going beyond immediate relief to address the future needs of those affected. His commitment to a comprehensive approach is a testament to his dedication to making a lasting impact.
Actor-singer Gippy Grewal has addressed a critical need for farmers by sending truckloads of silage to ensure cattle in flood-hit areas have access to food. This action helps to alleviate a major concern for farmers struggling to protect their livestock.
Popular Punjabi singer Karan Aujla has contributed a motorboat to a Ludhiana-based NGO, an essential piece of equipment for rescue operations in submerged areas. Aujla also urged his fans to remember that rebuilding efforts will be a long process and that their continued support will be vital.
Finally, humanitarian Sonu Sood has launched a dedicated helpline (+91 7888675107) through the Sood Charity Foundation to provide a lifeline for people in need of immediate assistance. In an emotional post, he pledged to stand by his home state and help every person in need, emphasizing the power of individual actions during a time of crisis.