Distribution of non-electric water filters, resilience building kits and creation of long term rehabilitation structures in flood affected districts of Assam.

Under our assam flood response 2023 project, United Way Mumbai distributed 3900 arsenic removal non-electric water filters to ensure safe drinking water for the flood affected communities of Nalbari and Barpeta district. These filters ensure access to clean and safe drinking water, mitigating health risks associated with arsenic contamination.19500 individuals from 3900 households now has access to non-electric arsenic removal water filters

We also distributed 2,900 resilience building kits, containing emergency supplies such as; blankets, mosquito nets, tarpaulin sheet and solar lantern to empower the community to better cope with the flood risks in the near future. This has increased flood resilience among 14,500 individuals from 2,900 households from Barpeta district.

As part of the long-term rehabilitation interventions, we have carried out interventions based on the principle of: "Build Back Better". We have created 25 tubewells with elevated platforms (above the High Flood Level). This will enhance the community's access to a reliable and sustainable water source, even during floods. Over 36,000 persons from 7,200 households will have access to clean water. We have also created 3 community water treatment plants (with Arsenic removal technology) to provide access to clean and safe drinking water to over 15,000 persons from 3000 households. These plants will be operated by the have been handed over to the respective Village Development Committees for operation. The community members will be paying nominal charges for this water in order to ensure the sustainability of these plants.

Further, we have also constructed 3 community toilet blocks in the existing flood shelters. This initiative is designed to address the immediate need for proper sanitation, contributing to the overall health and well-being of the affected population. On an annual basis, 1000 persons will have access to safe and dignified sanitation facilities.