International Aid Organization, Welthungerhilfe, Allocates €500,000 for Urgent Flood Relief Efforts in Pakistan
In the heart of South Asia, Pakistan is currently grappling with one of the worst floods in recent years. The persistent rainfall in Pakistan and India, coupled with the opening of dams on the Indian side, has exacerbated the flood situation, putting millions of lives at risk.
The province of Punjab, known for its fertile plains, is under threat from severe flooding. Forecasts predict that over 20 million people could be affected by flooding in Punjab alone, with 1.4 million people already in acute danger. The western province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and the southern province of Sindh are also at high risk, impacting a combined total of 3.2 million people.
Entire villages in mountainous regions have been wiped out by flash floods, burying roads, houses, and markets under debris. Many families face losing their livelihoods due to the floods, as they may lose houses, livestock, seeds, tools, and machinery.
In response to this crisis, the German-based private aid organisation, Welthungerhilfe, is working tirelessly to support the affected population. With a mission to strive for a world without hunger, Welthungerhilfe is committed to providing food, clean water, medical aid, tents, building materials, and hygiene items.
Welthungerhilfe is collaborating with local partner organisations in Pakistan to ensure that aid reaches those in need. Food rations and hygiene items are already being distributed, and seed packages are being prepared for the upcoming sowing season. Damaged latrines and irrigation channels are being repaired, and the drinking water supply is being restored.
Caritas, another organisation supporting the flood victims, is providing additional food, clean water, medical aid, tents, and building materials. Kindernothilfe has allocated 100,000 euros as emergency aid for affected children and families. In total, €500,000 has been made available by Welthungerhilfe for this purpose.
Welthungerhilfe follows the principle of empowering people to help themselves to sustainably improve their living conditions. By providing the necessary resources and support, they aim to help communities rebuild and recover from the devastating effects of the floods.
Over 470,000 people and 340,000 livestock have been evacuated in Pakistan. As the floodwaters recede, the focus will shift to rebuilding homes, restoring infrastructure, and helping families reestablish their livelihoods.
Welthungerhilfe, politically independent and non-denominational, has been supporting overseas projects in about 72 countries and territories since its founding in 1962. With over 12,777 projects and 5.42 billion euros invested, they continue to make a significant impact in the fight against hunger and poverty worldwide.
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