MI witnesses huge devastation of flood in Sindh
Nazir Siyal
KARACHI: A delegation of Malteser International witnesses Impact of devastating Sindh floods.
The MalteserInternational Headquarters Delegation, under the leadership of head of the Regional Groups of Asia, Cordulla Wasser, embarked on a significant journey to the Sindh Rural Support Organization (SRSO) on Monday. Their purpose was to engage with the flood-affected communities and explore how Malteser International could support them in building resilience against climate change impacts and to identify new opportunities, evaluate the ongoing projects’ effectiveness, and strengthen partnerships with SRSO.
The focus was on empowering communities to drive their own development and enhance disaster risk reduction initiatives.
On the occasion, Provincial Secretary Social Welfare Sindh, Dr Shereen Mustafa Narejo Chief Executive Officer (CEO), SRSO Muhammad Dittal Kalhoro, Regional General Manager SRSO, Dr Ghulam Rasool Samejo were accompanied with the delegation.
The journey of empathy led them to rural Sindh, the region hardest hit by devastation. In Village Muhammad Nawaz Rind UC Bugro, the delegation witnessed families grappling with the profound loss of homes, livelihoods, and hope. Although the floodwaters had receded, the emotional scars were evident, deeply etched on the faces of those they met.
During their visit, the delegation engaged with female entrepreneurs involved in small-scale businesses through enterprise development. The success stories of these inspiring individuals further emphasized the significance of empowering women for the overall growth and prosperity of the community.
In Village Wahid Bud Kubur, the delegation visited SRSO’s constructed Resilience Based Housing, witnessed the positive impact on beneficiaries’ lives.
Later, a meeting with Local Support Organization (LSO), Gul Hassan Kubur provided valuable insights into the ADH-funded project’s impact on 30 women and their needs.
The delegation stood in awe at the remains of once-vibrant communities in Village Wahid Bud Kubur. The floodwater has not only displaced families but also shattered dreams. Yet, amid the destruction, seeds of resilience were sown, evident in the determination of the villagers to rebuild their lives.
A somber meeting with the LSO Gul Hassan Kubur revealed the heartbreaking tales of 30 women, whose lives were upended by the calamity. Their struggles echoed across the room, underlining the urgent need for sustainable solutions to lift them from despair.
The delegation also visited Ismail Sanjranj village to observe mobile medical camps and Village Dato Dasti to see the rehabilitated health facility, government Shifa Dawa Khana, emphasizing the importance of quality healthcare in underserved areas.
In Village Dato Dasti, the delegation witnessed the resilience of a community rebuilding their health facility, the government Shifa Dawa Khana, brick by brick. The flood may have washed away structures, but it could not extinguish the resolve of the villagers to reclaim their access to quality healthcare.
Ms Cordulla Wasser, a head of the delegation said that we have been deeply moved by the courage and determination of these communities. The floods may have caused immeasurable damage, but we also witnessed the seeds of resilience and hope planted amidst the ruins, she said and added that the Malteser International stands committed to supporting these communities on their journey to recovery and rebuilding their lives.
On the next day, the delegation spend a full day with different meetings and engagements with different stakeholders. Ms Cordulla Wasser and the CEO SRSO visited the SRSO complex in Sukkur where they met with team members across sectors, witnessef the dedication and efforts of the SRSO team in achieving their mission.
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