Appeal of Bishop Moolachira. So far, there are more than 31,000 people affected in 25 districts and according to official figures, the death toll stands at 159. Parishes, schools and other Catholic buildings are being used to accommodate the evacuees. The aid is focused on those places where the assistance of the authorities has not reached.
Guwahati () – The Catholic Church urges all the faithful to help the victims of the floods that hit the State of Assam. So far, the natural disaster has impacted the lives of more than 31,000 inhabitants. Official figures confirm 159 deaths and 25 districts affected by the floods.
Monsignor John Moolachira, Archbishop of Guwahati, describes a dramatic panorama: “The situation is terrible. Several parishes, schools and meeting places are under water. The losses are enormous, and the diocese, all the congregations and the parishes have committed to help the victims”. In case of need, Mons. Moolachira asks that Catholic facilities house the evacuees.
By operating jointly in its social work, the Archdiocese of Guwahati has brought help and comfort to many families in shelters in Nagaon and Morigaon districts. The assistance does not take into account religious affiliations or tribal, caste, or race issues. So far, 2,253 families have received support through the distribution of dry food rations and personal hygiene items. The aid was mainly focused on those villages where government assistance has not reached.
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