Chenab River flooding has intensified in Punjab's Chiniot district, where severe riverbank erosion has completely washed away Mianwal village, raising fears that several nearby settlements could face the same fate.

According to local reports, powerful floodwaters and continuous erosion have destroyed what remained of Mianwal after last year's devastating floods. The village's last standing mosque, which had survived previous flooding, has now collapsed into the fast-flowing Chenab River, leaving almost no trace of the settlement.

Residents said that nearly 80% of Mianwal was swept away during last year's flood season. The latest surge in the Chenab River, combined with relentless erosion, has now claimed the remaining portion of the village, effectively erasing it from the map.

The danger is no longer limited to Mianwal. Authorities and local residents say riverbank erosion is rapidly advancing towards nearby villages, including Sahmal, Doham Siedan and Wad Siedan, where homes, farmland and infrastructure are increasingly at risk.

The worsening situation has triggered panic among local communities. Many families have started moving to safer locations on their own as fears grow that additional floodwater and erosion could destroy more homes in the coming days.

Flood experts warn that continuous high water levels in the Chenab River can accelerate riverbank collapse, especially in vulnerable areas with weak embankments. Local authorities are closely monitoring the situation, while residents have urged the government to take immediate protective measures and provide assistance to affected families before the damage spreads further.