Updated On: 03 September, 2025 07:18 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Punjab is facing one of its worst floods, with 30 lives lost and over 3.5 lakh people affected. Amid widespread relief efforts, celebrities like Shah Rukh Khan, Alia Bhatt, and Ranveer Singh offered prayers and strength to the victims

Shah Rukh Khan, Alia Bhatt and Ranveer Singh
Punjab is grappling with one of the worst floods in recent memory. Communities across the state have mobilised relief on an unprecedented scale. Many celebrities have also come forward to help the victims to the best of their capacity. The deluge has claimed 30 lives and impacted over 3.5 lakh people so far. Amid the tragedy, Shah Rukh Khan, Alia Bhatt and Ranveer Singh have sent prayers and strength to the victims.
Expressing his concern, King Khan wrote on social media, "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."
Before this, his Dear Zindagi co-star Alia Bhatt also extended her prayers to all those affected by the Punjab floods. The actress hoped that every affected family would get the support required for them to heal and rebuild their lives. Taking to the stories section of her Instagram account, Alia wrote, “My 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 the ground to help. May every family find the support they need to heal and rebuild. (sic)"