The Holy City Of Varanasi Is Being Destroyed By Floods, Help The People Survive This Crisis

On the banks of the Ganges lies the city of Varanasi - one of the oldest cities in the world, and one of the holiest pilgrimage sites among the Hindus. Varanasi, also called Banaras or Kashi, is home to thousands of temples where numerous religious festivals are celebrated with much fervour. The city is also known for its vibrant arts, crafts, dance and music, and is also famous for its production of silk. The ghats are filled with those offering their prayers, washing away their sins or performing the last rites of their loved ones. Such is the significance of Varanasi.

Unfortunately, this very city is in extreme danger today. With the rising water levels of the Ganges due to incessant rains in Uttar Pradesh, Varanasi has been flooded and the situation is only getting worse with every passing minute.



The Floods Can Destroy Thousands Of Lives

The state government has started rescue operations in 15 flood affected areas in Uttar Pradesh, with Varanasi being among the worst affected so far. Boats and medical teams have been deployed, along with the National Disaster Response Force.

River Ganga continues to rise every hour and has crossed the danger mark. The water level of the Ganga is currently at 71.53m - a dangerous sign. While the numbers are yet to be confirmed, thousands are left marooned and in fear. To them, this is reminiscent of the 2013 floods when several people woke up to water in their houses at midnight due to the floods.



Several ghats like Marnikarnika Ghat have been submerged under water, while 150 homes are feared to face the same plight in Maruti Nagar Colony and Gayatri Nagar of Samne Ghat area. Several homes at Konia, Nakkhi Ghat etc have been flooded, leaving hundreds of people at risk of losing everything - even their lives. The need of the hour is to ensure the people of Varanasi get all the help they need.



Ummeed Ki Kiran Is Working At Ground Level

During this time of need, several NGOs are coming forward to lend their support to the people of Varanasi. Ummeed Ki Kiran is one among them.

Ummeed Ki Kiran is a Varanasi based NGO that is working at ground level to help feed the poor and the needy. It was founded in 2016 by service-minded and dedicated youth of Varanasi in the state of Uttar Pradesh. The team of UKKFT started the organisation with a view to make society a better place and work for the people who are in need. They have actively been working to help thousands since the beginning of the pandemic, and now want to help the people of Varanasi amid the devastating floods.



You Can Help Varanasi Survive The Floods

Ummeed Ki Kiran needs your help to give grocery kits to the thousands of people who are currently struggling due to the floods. Many of them have already lost their homes and everything they owned, these grocery ktis will give them the support and nutrition they need to survive these difficult times.

You can be the reason thousands of people in the holy city of Varanasi find hope.

About the NGO: Umeed Ki Kiran Foundation Trust is a non-governmental organization founded in 2016 by service-minded and dedicated youth of Varanasi in the state of Uttar Pradesh. The team of UKKFT started the organisation with a view to make society a better place and work for the people who are in need. The NGO is registered under the Indian Trust Act. 

Note: All the donations towards this campaign are eligible for Indian Tax Exemption.