The Strategic Action for Flood Emergencies (SAFE) project marked a significant step in strengthening flood preparedness with rescue equipment handover events held in Kolhapur, Maharashtra (9 March 2026), and Morigaon, Assam (10 March 2026).

In Mayang Development Block, Morigaon, around 50 community members, local leaders, and officials participated in the event led by Fr. Ignatius Gari (Executive Director, Bosco Reach Out), Guwahati, and Mr. Louis Manohar (National Coordinator, Bosconet), Delhi. Stakeholders appreciated the initiative as a timely intervention for flood-prone communities along the Brahmaputra River.

In Akiwat village, Shirol taluka, Kolhapur, the program was attended by local leaders and community members, along with Fr. Santhanam (Director, Bosconet) and Fr. Roystan (Executive Director, Konkan Development Society). The region, located near the Krishna River, faces recurring floods, highlighting the importance of such preparedness efforts.

Integrated Preparedness Interventions
● Distribution of flood emergency rescue equipment.
● Flood preparedness awareness sessions for 60 local leaders, 500 youth, 900 students, and 2,000 community members.
● Formation and training of 60 community-based Disaster Response Teams (DRTs).

Essential Rescue Equipment Support
The equipment distributed across both locations includes:
● Lifebuoy rings and life jackets
● Gumboots and raincoats
● Torch lights and fire blankets
● Hand gloves and rescue knives
● High-density rescue ropes
● Chainsaw and emergency siren
● Tents for temporary shelter
● Wooden rescue boats (10–12 person capacity)

Strengthening Community Resilience
Through these interventions, the SAFE Project is enabling communities to be better prepared, respond more effectively during emergencies, and reduce risks associated with recurring floods. By equipping both people and local systems, the initiative is fostering long-term resilience in vulnerable regions.

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Strengthening flood preparedness in Assam

Under the Strategic Action for Flood Emergencies (SAFE) project, rescue equipment was handed over in Morigaon, Assam, in the presence of Fr. Ignatius Gari, (Executive Director, Bosco Reach Out), Guwahati, and Mr. Louis Manohar, (National Coordinator, BOSCONET), Delhi, as well as in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, with the participation of Fr. Santhanam (Director, BOSCONET) and Fr. Roystan (Executive Director, Konkan Development Society).

Along with equipment distribution, the initiative included awareness sessions and the formation of trained youth Disaster Response Teams to strengthen local emergency response capacity in flood-prone communities.

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