Disaster Management
Following disastrous floods produced by relentless pre-monsoon and monsoon rains in Assam in 2023, Kokrajhar district faced significant issues, with 258 villages flooded. The situation quickly deteriorated, endangering both human life and the fragile ecosystem. Sentinel Assam has widely reported on the escalating catastrophe, highlighting the hardship of impacted villages and the critical need for relief measures.
The floods not only submerged vast swathes of land but also displaced numerous families, compelling them to seek shelter on higher ground, including roadside areas. Vulnerable sections of society, including widows, individuals with prolonged illnesses, physically challenged persons, and those whose homes were damaged, found themselves particularly at risk during and after the floods. With the monsoon season ongoing, there remained a looming threat of further devastation, exacerbating the challenges faced by the most vulnerable.
Altruism Society Honour Assistance (AsHA), with a history of active involvement in disaster management, swiftly responded to the crisis. Recognizing the urgent need for assistance, AsHA mobilized resources to provide relief to flood-affected families in the Gossaigaon block of Kokrajhar district. Leveraging partnerships with reputable organizations such as GOONJ and the Azim Premji Foundation (APF), AsHA successfully secured 1450 relief kits to distribute among affected households.
Altruism Society Honour Assistance (AsHA), with a history of active involvement in disaster management, swiftly responded to the crisis. Recognizing the urgent need for assistance, AsHA mobilized resources to provide relief to flood-affected families in the Gossaigaon block of Kokrajhar district. Leveraging partnerships with reputable organizations such as GOONJ and the Azim Premji Foundation (APF), AsHA successfully secured 1450 relief kits to distribute among affected households.
Through collaborative efforts and timely support from GOONJ and APF, AsHA was able to procure 850 relief kits from GOONJ and 600 relief kits from APF. These kits contained essential items to meet the immediate needs of flood-affected families, including food, clean water, hygiene supplies, and basic necessities. AsHA conducted relief distribution operations across twenty-three villages within the Gossaigaon Development Block, ensuring that assistance reached those most in need. AsHA distributed relief kits among 1,450 families in twenty-three villages under the Gossaigaon Development Block in Kokrajhar district. Additionally, 500 buckets and mugs were distributed in five villages, and 150 tarpaulins were distributed in three villages.