a) Sundarbans region faces challenges from rising sea levels, salinity, climate change, cyclones, and man-made disasters.
b) MUKTI emerges as a beacon of hope, committed to forging a new path.
c) Endeavors to construct affordable and resilient housing solutions that defy cyclones and floods.
d) Safeguards lives and well-being, and champions utilization of natural materials for sustainability.
e) Ignites progress, breathes life into the local economy, and creates livelihood opportunities.
a) Initiative aims to offer resilient people of the Sundarbans access to affordable housing that withstands cyclones and floods.
b) Prototype houses engineered to withstand 150km/hr cyclones and 15ft of water, safeguarding lives.
c) Houses are 350 sq. ft with two bedrooms, symbols of hope in uncertain times.
d) Built using locally sourced materials, embracing eco-friendliness and sustainability.
e) Reduces carbon footprint and promotes economic prosperity in the local community.
a) Architectural team was hired to inspect the location and propose cyclone-resistant prototypes.
b) Project took one year to complete and was inaugurated in March 2021.
c) Dedicated Mukti team, led by Project Coordinator, monitored project progress daily.
d) Team provided support to the architect and created local job opportunities.
The project is in Purbashridharpur village of Mathurapur-II block in South 24 Pgs district.
a) Affordable, cyclone-flood tolerant housing provides resilience against natural disasters.
b) Completed houses offer safer living conditions for families.
c) Use of local materials boosts the local economy and creates livelihood opportunities.
d) High demand for this type of housing is evident through applications received.
e) Construction of 100 cyclone-tolerant houses completed, paving the way for a brighter future.
f) Project fosters a self-sustaining ecosystem benefiting people and the environment.
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