Rajya Sabha MP and former cricketer Harbhajan Singh pledged full support for Punjab’s flood victims, funding education for children in 16 villages and urging citizens to help disaster-hit communities across India through compassion, unity, and responsible contribution.
Former Indian cricketer and Rajya Sabha MP Harbhajan Singh has once again proven that his commitment to his people extends far beyond the cricket field. The 45-year-old, who represents Punjab in the Upper House of Parliament, has taken active steps to support flood-affected communities in his home state and urged others to come forward to help those in need.
Speaking about the devastation caused by the floods in Punjab, Harbhajan described the dire situation faced by residents of several villages. “When the floods happened in Punjab, I was among the people there and present on the ground,” he said. “For me, it matters when my people are taken care of—if they’re safe and have facilities, I feel good. I try to stay connected with them and help where I can.”
Harbhajan noted that he and his team have been continuously working to provide relief to those impacted. “I’ve done everything I could. From rescuing people to arranging food and diesel—whatever help we could offer, we did. I’m returning to Punjab again, and I will do everything I can for the people,” he said, highlighting his ongoing engagement with local communities.
The former spinner, known for his fiery spirit on the cricket field, has displayed the same determination and compassion in real life. His focus, he said, has been on ensuring that people affected by the floods are not left behind. He acknowledged the difficulties of raising issues in Parliament, stating that while many concerns are sent in writing, getting a chance to speak about them in the House is not always possible. Yet, he remains committed to bringing attention to issues that matter—whether related to sports, education, or community welfare.
One of Harbhajan’s most touching initiatives has been his effort to support the education of children in 16 villages severely affected by the floods. He revealed that he, along with his friends, has taken responsibility for paying the school fees and related expenses of children from these villages for at least a year.
“There are 16 villages affected by floods; the water level rose massively,” he said. “The children there are the ones I worry about because their education has been disrupted. Farmers will only have money to pay school fees when they sell their crops. But there are no crops now, and the land itself is damaged, so there’s no money. They will take loans from banks to sow again.”
To prevent the children’s education from being interrupted, Harbhajan and his associates decided to bear their educational expenses for the coming year. “For the children of those 16 villages, I asked for a list, and my friends and I have taken responsibility for their fees. We will pay their expenses for one year. If, after one year, the farmers are still unable to restart farming, we will continue our help because these children of the country are our children too,” he said.
Harbhajan emphasized that wealth and fame hold little meaning if one cannot use them to help others. “If God has given you the ability, you should use it to help others. Name and fame mean nothing if you can’t help those in need,” he said.
The cricketer-turned-politician also urged people across India to contribute, in whatever capacity they can, to support communities affected by floods or natural calamities. He encouraged citizens to set aside a portion of their income for organisations that work for disaster relief and to extend their solidarity to those suffering.
“I wanted to ensure that the children’s education wasn’t compromised. I would advise people to allocate a portion of their earnings to organisations that support communities affected by disasters, and stand with them when they are in need,” Harbhajan concluded.
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Through his compassionate actions and words, Harbhajan Singh has shown that public service is not limited to policy or politics—it is about being present, empathetic, and proactive when people need help the most. His initiative stands as a powerful example of leadership rooted in humanity and solidarity.
