| Disaster Management & Mitigation Unit |
Page 1 of 2 India is highly vulnerable to both natural and manmade disasters. Last few years have shown an increased frequency of disasters resulting in a large number of casualties and huge economic loss. In 2007, India witnessed a major flood disaster at North Bihar which is considered the worst in the living memory. EHA Disaster Management and Mitigation Unit (DMMU) responded rapidly by mobilizing resources and volunteers and provided relief materials to more than 11000 families. This is perhaps the biggest ever emergency response in the history of EHA. It is significant that most of the EHA hospitals and community projects are located in multi hazard areas and our target communities are often affected by various natural calamities. |
| Krishan, fifteen, was born and brought up in a low income family. His father was diagnosed to be HIV positive in April 2003, and turned to Shalom for help. Krishan would often accompany his father to Shalom for treatment. When Shalom started the adolescent programme, Krishan joined in, but showed little interest in the activities. However, he was deeply touched by the love and care shown by Shalom to his father and family. |
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