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Gratitude and Hope: Mukti and YCPL/VIVO’s Cyclone Remal Relief Efforts
Mukti, in association with “YCPL/VIVO,” organized two relief distribution programs for those affected by Cyclone Remal at Kuyemuri under Herombogopalpur GP and Kankandighi Bio-Village. At Kuyemuri over 80 people, including women, children, and farmers, received essential supplies through three types of kits: Ration Kits, Baby Food Kits, and Farmer’s Kits. Additionally, tarpaulins were distributed to….
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Sundarban Under Siege: Ground Zero Report on the Ongoing Crisis of Cyclone Remal
This is a report from ground zero of Cyclone Remal in Sundarban. Cyclone Remal is highly unusual and significantly different from past cyclones, having persisted for over 30 hours with more than 40 hours of rainfall and wind speeds reaching 100-135 km/h. During this time, we experienced two high tides. The cyclone spans a radius….
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The Unbreakable Spirit of Purboshridharpur: A Community’s Fight Against Cyclone Amphan
In the heart of a small, agriculture-dependent village known as Purboshridharpur, an extraordinary tale of unity and resilience emerged as the residents joined forces to protect their cherished lands from the impending devastation of Cyclone Amphan. Their unwavering determination and collective spirit not only defied nature’s fury but also became a powerful symbol of triumph….
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Mukti Reactivated “Hello Beta” Services to Support the Covid Patients
Coronavirus cases have been on a steep rise since the arrival of the Omicron variant in India. Doctors are expecting that the third wave has arrived in India as the cases have increased exponentially over the last one-two weeks and are expected to continue to rise in the near future. Although the Omicron variant is….
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Bichitra Supported Mukti for Organizing Free Medical Camps for Underprivileged Covid Patients
Mukti is delighted to partner with“Bichitra”, who supported the underprivileged people through Mukti. With their support, Mukti provided oxygen concentrators support in the Swami Vivekananda GP of Kakdwip Block of Sundarbans region in South 24 Parganas District, West Bengal. Apart from this, Bichitra is also supporting Mukti in organizing Medical Camps at several locations. The….
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• The Sundarbans and other coastal region of West Bengal frequently experiences intense cyclones, floods, and storm surges that disrupt lives, destroy homes, infrastructure, and agricultural lands.
• The local communities often lack the necessary resources and infrastructure to prepare for, withstand, and recover from these disasters effectively.
• Post-disaster recovery is a significant challenge in this region due to limited resources. A dedicated disaster recovery program can ensure systematic and organized recovery efforts, mitigating long-term impacts and aiding faster rehabilitation.
• COVID-19 pandemic has severely impacted lives in this region, with people losing jobs, facing food shortages, and struggling to access healthcare.
• Pandemics like COVID-19 require immediate and efficient responses to curb their spread and mitigate their impact.
• Often, communities lack knowledge on how to protect themselves and their environment during disasters.
• To equip communities with the knowledge, tools, and infrastructure necessary to effectively prepare for and withstand disasters.
• To ensure swift deployment of resources for immediate relief during and after disasters, including providing essentials such as food, clean water, and medical aid.
• To facilitate quick restoration of infrastructure damaged during disasters to minimize disruptions to daily life and enable rapid recovery.
• To assist in the socio-economic recovery of affected communities by supporting the rebuilding of livelihoods and providing necessary financial aid.
• To act promptly during health crises like pandemics, providing necessary resources such as masks, sanitizers, and medical aid, along with raising awareness about safety measures.
• To implement measures to aid in the recovery of the local ecosystem post-disaster and promote conservation practices to maintain its resilience against future disasters.
• To foster community resilience by promoting community-led initiatives, capacity building, and shared responsibility in disaster management and recovery processes.
• To strengthen partnerships with government agencies, non-government organizations, and community-based organizations for better resource mobilization, coordination, and collective action during disaster situations.
South 24 Pgs, Howrah, East Medinipur and West Medinipur districts of West Bengal, India
A dedicated implementation team is involved in the successful delivery of the programs. Each project has a dedicated project coordinator and field supervisor who are actively engaged in the project’s implementation. A Program Lead oversees and monitors the project on a weekly basis and provides regular reports to the funding agency according to the required format.
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Email : relief.disaster@muktiweb.org
Phone : +91-6290589664
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22 Canal Side Road, Barhans, Garia, Kolkata – 700 084
