ISLAMABAD: European Union (EU) has approved a grant of €350,000 (nearly Rs 76 million) to provide crucial humanitarian assistance to families affected by severe flooding, which has wreaked havoc across many parts of Pakistan. In a statement, EU said that aid will focus on addressing urgent needs of those most affected in some of hardest-hit districts of Jhal Magsi and Lasbella in southwestern of Balochistan. “Devastating floods have left a trail of destruction in Pakistan, causing many to suffer loss of their homes, livelihoods and belongings,” said Taheeni Thammannagoda, who oversees EU humanitarian programmes in Pakistan. “EU funding will help get vital assistance to most vulnerable people to support them during this hard time. Assistance will support International Rescue Committee in delivering much-needed assistance.”

“This includes provision of cash transfers to help flood-stricken families to meet their immediate needs, primary healthcare services, with a focus on water-borne and communicable diseases, which are common after a flood, as well as nutrition support,” she added. She stated that programme will also provide psychological support to vulnerable groups such as women, adolescent girls, and children.

Published in The Daily National Courier, August, 24 2022

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