The state of Assam is grappling with a severe flood crisis following the breaching of embankments due to heavy rainfall. As of July 8, 2024, the floods have claimed 72 lives and displaced millions, causing widespread devastation across 27 districts. The situation remains dire, with over 1.8 million people affected, extensive damage to infrastructure, and significant loss of crops and livestock. The affected districts include Goalpara, Nagaon, Cachar,

The new executive team member and staff of Caritas India attended the sixth annual lightning conference to create coping mechanisms and actions at different levels. The conference, themed "Lightning Safe Shelter for All," was hosted by the Climate Resilient Observing Systems Promotion Council (CROPC) at the Institute of Social Science, New Delhi on 28 June 2024. Distinguished guests, experts, scientists, research scholars, and students were invited

The Kerala community is rallying together against the drug menace through the Sajeevam Anti-drug Campaign, a pivotal initiative supported by Caritas India. For the past one and a half years, this campaign has implemented a series of awareness-building and capacity development programs aimed at educating the public on the dangers of substance abuse. These efforts have not only raised awareness but have also brought tangible positive changes across

The humanitarian response to the hailstorm crisis in Manipur by Caritas India was effective and fast. The complete response was completed in a record 40 days. A learning and reflection session on the response was conducted by Caritas India to reflect on the response done in the last 40 days and see what things went well and needed improvement. On 5th May 2024, a severe hailstorm hit Manipur, resulting in extensive damage to houses, property, infrastructure,

In Minou Laiching, a small village in Tengnoupal district of Manipur, Mrs. D. Tomuishang and her husband were typical cultivators, growing a few crops like groundnuts, soybeans, yams, pumpkins, and local beans on their modest plot of land. Despite their hard work, they struggled to access government support for seeds and other essential resources. The turning point came with the introduction of the FARM project. This initiative brought transformative

The demand for greater transparency and accountability from NGOs has grown since 2018 in the development sector. The incidence of abuse, harassment, and exploitation has made safeguarding principles more stringent and non-negotiable for NGOs from both the government and funding donors. For an institution to function efficiently, it is crucial to ensure the functionality of existing systems complies with legal norms. Having policies on paper is no

On World Anti-Drug Day, June 26, 2024, Kerala witnessed a landmark event in its ongoing battle against drug abuse as Caritas India's Sajeevam Anti-Drug Campaign took center stage. In a state grappling with a surge in substance abuse, particularly among its youth, the Sajeevam campaign emerged as a powerful force for change. This year’s theme, "The evidence is clear; invest in prevention," underscores the urgent need for proactive measures, and

"Another key way to counter drug abuse and trafficking is through prevention, which is done by promoting greater justice, educating young people in values that build personal and community life, accompanying those in need, and giving hope for the future," stated Pope Francis. This profound message guided Caritas India's Surokhit Shaishav project as it observed the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking on June 26, 2024. The