After the cyclone “Fani” hit the state of Odisha hard, the situation in the fishing village of Penthakata is still precarious. Many houses have been badly damaged. Some fishing boats and market stalls can no longer be used. Many families have lost everything and are faced with nothing. Together with its local partner, Usthi is providing emergency relief for the affected people in Penthakata.

After the emergency goods arrived safely at the Usthi-operated Penthakata School, food and tarpaulins were distributed on the 12th and 13th of May. About 550 families received rice, lentils, sugar, oil, water and bread. In addition, 1000 families could be equipped with plastic tarpaulins to seal their damaged houses so that they can protect themselves from rain and sun.

For people who have no possibility to cook themselves, meals for about 500 people are handed out daily . The clean-up work on the campus is in full swing. The trees are being removed and water and power lines are being repaired so that school operations can continue. The aim is to resume lessons as soon as possible.

With the emergency aid donations received so far, the costs for emergency aid for the last 10 days can be covered. In order to cover the further costs for the basic care of the families in Penthakata, we depend on additional donations. Every contribution is of great importance for the victims of the cyclone.

Thank you very much for your support. Your commitment is of great importance for the population of Penthakata. It is wonderful, to be able to count on you.