Leaving behind a trail of destruction, the recent floods have once again brought to light the uncertainty of life for those residing near riverbanks during the monsoon season.

The Ghaggar, a seasonal river originating in the Shivalik Hills of Himachal Pradesh, continues to wreak havoc in Mansa district like every year. Villagers in the district claim many governments have come and gone, but none has made any effort to find a solution to the problem of flooding caused by the Ghaggar.