The state of Punjab in India is currently facing one of the worst floods in its history due to continuous rainfall. Rivers like the Sutlej, Beas, Ravi, and Ghaggar have overflowed, causing numerous villages and cities to be inundated. This natural disaster has claimed the lives of 41 people so far, and over 1616 people are currently living in 173 relief camps.
While reports state that the government and rescue agencies have rescued over 27,286 people, there are still thousands of families stranded and in dire need of help.
Homes & Fields Submerged As Incessant Rains Continue
As the rivers and canals breached their embankments, villages in Jalandhar witnessed their homes and fields submerged in water. The situation has caused flood-like conditions in cities such as Patiala, Ludhiana, Jalandhar, Bathinda, and Amritsar. With houses inundated and inadequate storm sewers, the floodwaters have forced families to take refuge on the terraces of their homes, facing immense hardships.
More than 1,744 villages are now completely submerged, with people struggling to meet even their basic needs. The situation is especially dire in southern Punjab and bordering areas.
How You Can Send Urgent Help To Punjab
To support the flood-affected families, Donatekart, along with our on-ground ngo partners, aims to give them grocery kits, ready-to-eat kits, hygiene kits, tarpaulin sheets, water bottles, medicines, mosquito nets and more.
Access to food has become a pressing concern for those displaced by the floods. By providing essential groceries, we can ensure that families have sustenance during these challenging times. As homes and shelters are waterlogged, families need durable and waterproof tarpaulins to create temporary shelters and protect themselves from the elements. Additionally, medicines can address common health issues in flood-affected areas with limited medical facilities.
Your support matters. Together we can bring relief to the flood victims of Punjab and ensure they get the timely help they need.
Beneficiary NGOs:
1. The Kalgidhar Society – This is a non-profit charitable organisation focused on providing quality education to fight against the alarming rise in substance and alcohol abuse. With equal stress on Healthcare, Women's Empowerment, and Social Welfare, the organisation has been instrumental in the socio-economic uplift of the poor in the far-flung rural areas of North India. The Akal Charitable Hospital was founded in 1995. More than 39,000 poor, underprivileged patients in a year are given primary healthcare and other emergency medical services completely free of cost in this charitable hospital founded in 1995.
2. The Sara - The-Sara is a non-profit organization that operates out of Jammu & Kashmir. They focus on various humanitarian issues such as suicide prevention, mental health support, crisis support, health, and education. Their crisis support services offer immediate help for individuals and communities during difficult times. Meanwhile, their mental health support services provide reliable information and resources for maintaining emotional well-being. Additionally, The-Sara's Mission Compassion initiative provides basic healthcare, education, clothing, and food through a compassionate approach. Through their work, The-Sara helps to improve the lives of those in need and promotes a more compassionate society.
