AAP legislator Amanatullah Khan appeals for united support, recalls Punjab’s past solidarity in national crises including Shaheen Bagh protest and Delhi riots assistance
NEW DELHI — Punjab is facing severe devastation due to floods, with entire villages destroyed, crops submerged, and cattle swept away. Thousands of families have been left homeless. In response, Okhla MLA Amanatullah Khan of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has initiated a large relief campaign in Delhi.
Khan has urged people of Jamia Nagar and surrounding areas to unite in this humanitarian mission. He announced the setting up of relief camps at several locations in Okhla, including Zakir Nagar Jama Masjid, Batla House Chowk near Government School, Jamia Metro Station close to Swatantrata Senani Fountain, and High Tension Khamba No. 1.
“These camps will serve as collection centres for aid,” Khan said. “We appeal to every household to contribute so that the people of Punjab can feel that the nation stands with them in this testing hour.”
On social media, Khan stressed Punjab’s long tradition of helping people across India whenever disasters struck. He recalled how Punjabis extended support to people in Okhla and other parts of Delhi during times of difficulty.
“Punjab is currently facing the brunt of floods,” Khan wrote. “Whenever there was a disaster anywhere in the country, the people of Punjab stood with everyone. Today Punjab needs us. I urge people to support Punjab in this hour of trouble.”
Khan also reminded citizens of Punjab’s contribution during earlier national struggles. He cited the role of Sikh and Punjabi organisations during the Shaheen Bagh protests against NRC, when they arranged food through langar services.
He further highlighted their assistance during the Delhi riots, when Punjabis came forward to help distressed families regardless of religion.
“During Shaheen Bagh, Punjab’s organisations not only extended moral support but also arranged langar for protestors,” Khan said. “During the Delhi riots, their help reached victims across communities. That spirit of humanity must inspire us today.”
The Okhla MLA urged residents of Jamia Nagar, particularly Muslims, to show solidarity at a time when Punjab is suffering. He called it both a moral and human duty to support those in pain.
“Punjab’s people have always been by our side. Today, they are in need. It is our turn to stand by them,” Khan appealed.
Local residents in Okhla have responded positively. Abdul Rashid, a shopkeeper in Batla House, said: “We remember how Punjabi brothers brought langar for us during the protests. Now, we will surely give whatever we can for them.”
Another resident, Shabana Begum, added: “This is the time to prove that humanity comes first. Amanatullah Sahib is right; it’s our duty to support Punjab now.”
With relief camps being set up, people in Okhla are expected to donate essential supplies including food, clothing, and medicines. Khan emphasised that no contribution is too small, urging citizens to participate actively in the campaign.
“We can overcome any disaster when we stand together,” Khan concluded. “Punjab stood with us; now it’s our turn.”
