Floods in India and Pakistan 2001-2003

In 2002, the worst flooding in two decades devastated parts of the Indian state of Orissa. There was tremendous loss of life, homes, infrastructure, crops, and livestock. Millions of people had to flee their homes. Record rainfall in Pakistan caused severe flash flooding in Islamabad and the surrounding region. Many people have lost their lives and thousands of homes and businesses were heavily damaged or destroyed. UMCOR worked through our ecumenical partner in India, CASA (Churches' Auxiliary for Social Action).

• Assam Floods: Over 400,000 Displaced, ACT, June 30, 2003.
• UMCOR Hotline, September 12, 2003.
• UMCOR Hotline, July 18, 2003.
• UMCOR Hotline, January 25, 2002 (floods in Orissa, India and Pakistan).
• UMCOR Hotline, August 3, 2001 (floods in Orissa, India and Pakistan).
• UMCOR Hotline, July 27, 2001 (floods in Orissa, India and Pakistan).

Photos : 1. Aftermath of the floods in Pakistan Credit: Church World Service-Pakistan/Afghanistan (CWS-P/A)