Charhda Suraj Campaign: NGOs lead unified relief drive in flood-hit Hoshiarpur

In the flood affected villages of Hoshiarpur, the 'Chardha Suraj Campaign', led by coordinated efforts of the Deputy Commissioner Ashika Jain, has transformed the crisis into a movement of service and solidarity.

Through the “Charhda Suraj Campaign,” coordinated efforts between the administration, NGOs and voluntary groups have resulted in organised and compassionate relief operations now viewed as a model response.

The Red Cross Society, Unnati Cooperative Sabha, Baba Deep Singh Welfare Society, Guru Nanak Sewa Society of Gera village in Mukerian, Doaba Kisan Sangharsh Committee, Humanity First, Sarbat Da Bhala Sewa Society, Gurudwara Chevin Patshahi Pulpukhta, Lions Club Tanda, Paint and Hardware Association, Guru Ramdas Sewa Society and other social organisations have been instrumental in providing langar services, fodder for animals, and essential supplies. Volunteers from Baba Deep Singh Welfare Society and Civil Defence have worked tirelessly to evacuate residents to safer locations.

According to DC Aashika Jain, relief has reached over 1,225 flood-affected individuals. In Abdullapur village of Tanda, 375 people received tarpaulins and hygiene kits, while 150 in Changadwan, 300 in Mehtabpur, 100 in Haled, 200 in Kolian and 100 in Miani Malah were also provided with relief supplies.

At the Changadwan relief camp, Unnati Cooperative Sabha arranged three daily meals for 150 affected residents. In preparation for future needs, the Red Cross has stocked 2,000 hygiene kits, tarpaulins, mosquito nets, mattresses and water filters.

Health care has been prioritised, with eight medical camps organised to offer medicines and basic diagnostics. Mobile teams continue to visit affected villages to distribute medicines, ORS packets and chlorine tablets.

The health department is maintaining strict surveillance on waterborne and vector-borne diseases. To ensure swift emergency response, 16 Rapid Response Teams and 24 mobile teams remain on alert across the district.

“Our aim is not only to provide relief but also to assure families that the entire administration and community stand with them,” said DC Aashika Jain, adding that the crisis has strengthened the spirit of unity in Hoshiarpur.