Nepal (Gorkha) Earthquake
Summary
The Nepal (Gorkha) Earthquake - ranked 7.8 on the Richter scale - struck on 25 April 2015. This earthquake of undeniably deadly proportions killed 9,000 people and left 22,000 injured and helpless. It was followed by hundreds of aftershocks, before a second major earthquake killed 200 people and injured 2,500. Two triggered avalanches went on to cause further devastation.
How we helped
Khalsa Aid was resolute in healing a nation struck by disaster, and dispatched an emergency relief team which were on ground within 36 hours. A third of the whole nations population was affected, leaving hundreds of thousands in extreme poverty and to have lost everything. Khalsa Aid committed to support a number of children's facilities in Nepal.
Areas of impact
Shelter
Many remote villages had houses completely destroyed, leaving villagers homeless. Khalsa Aid facilitated the homing of these families by building over 1100 semi-permanent homes. Volunteers worked with the local Government to support rubble clearance activity over a two week period.
Shelter
Many remote villages had houses completely destroyed, leaving villagers homeless. Khalsa Aid facilitated the homing of these families by building over 1100 semi-permanent homes. Volunteers worked with the local Government to support rubble clearance activity over a two week period.
Impact so far
One of Khalsa Aid's primary areas of focus is providing immediate relief during natural disasters and conflicts. When disasters like earthquakes, floods, or tsunamis strike, Khalsa Aid is often among the first organizations on the ground, distributing food, water, medical supplies, and shelter to affected populations.
Blankets Distributed
Hot Meals Delivered
Aid Received
"Local Nepal communities have told us that the free hot meals provided by our teams have been extremely important for them. Our breakfast and dinner schedules have provided a degree of normality during these difficult times and has also created a sense of community where people can sit and enjoy hot meals together."
UN Sustainable Development Goals
This project supports the achievement of the following UN Sustainable Development Goals:
Collaborators
Global Nutrition Cluster
The Global Nutrition Cluster (GNC) is a vital support platform for nutrition actors worldwide.
During Nepal Earthquake relief in 2015, Khalsa Aid worked collaboratively with the Global Nutrition Cluster to effectively and responsibly distribute much-needed infant formula to families.
