Shah Rukh Khan, Alia Bhatt, Karan Johar and others from the film industry stood in support of the people of Punjab as the state is witnessing one of the worst floods in decades. They urged their followers to join the relief efforts and send in help.
Shah Rukh took to X and wrote, “My heart goes out to those in Punjab impacted by these devastating floods. Sending prayers and strength. The spirit of Punjab shall never break. May God bless them all.”
Alia said her heart goes out to everyone affected by the floods in Punjab. “Sending love, strength, and prayers to all those impacted, and gratitude to the people working tirelessly on ground to help may every family find the support they need to heal and rebuild,” she wrote.
Karan asked his followers to help in any way possible. “It’s been a tough time for our friends & family in Punjab with the brutality of the floods. Sending my prayers and strength to overcome this adversity. Please do your part in any way possible and share only verified information,” Karan wrote on Instagram.
Kareena Kapoor Khan wrote on her Instagram story, “My prayers are with everyone affected by the floods up North. May relief and strength reach you at the earliest. The floods have claimed lives, uprooted homes and shattered livelihoods to say the least. For those who can, please support trusted relief funds and join local aid efforts.”
Taapsee Pannu said, “Punjab needs your help… beyond just feeling sad about the situation.”
Comedian Kapil Sharma wrote a note on his X handle, “Feeling heartbroken seeing my Punjab suffering due to floods. My prayers are with all the families affected. We have always stood together in tough times, and I am sure with love and support we will overcome this too. Stay strong, we are with you.”
Sonu Sood shared a video on his X handle on Wednesday, assuring people to reach out to him for support. “I stand with Punjab. Anyone affected by these devastating floods is not alone. Together, we will help every single person get back on their feet. If you need any kind of help, please don’t hesitate to message - we will do our best to reach out and support you in any way we can. Punjab is my soul. Even if it takes everything, I will not back down. We are Punjabis - and we do not give up,” Sonu said.
Many stars from Punjab have already extended help and support to flood affected people. Diljit Dosanjh has adopted ten of the worst hit villages in Gurdaspur and Amritsar, promising to rehabilitate people.
Actor Rajkummar Rao requested people to help the affected families. “My heart goes out to everyone who is affected by these floods. We are all praying for you. Doing my bit and requesting everyone, please do whatever we can to help all the families who are affected,” he wrote on social media.
Sanjay Dutt called the situation heartbreaking. “The devastation caused by the floods in Punjab is truly heartbreaking. Sending strength and prayers to everyone impacted. I will support in every way I can. May Babaji bless and protect all in Punjab.”
The flood has led to the death of over 30 people and affected more than 3.5 lakh people from August 1 to September 2, as per a bulletin issued by the state authorities.
