During the severe floods in Jaitpur, many families were forced to leave their homes and take shelter in temples, mosques, schools, and open spaces. In this difficult time, we realised that it had become almost impossible for displaced families to cook their own meals – they had lost their kitchens, stoves, and basic cooking facilities.

Understanding this urgent need, we started a Community Kitchen in Jaitpur so that no child, woman, or elderly person would sleep hungry.

Morning support – distribution of dry food items

Every morning, we distributed simple ready-to-eat food among the affected families, including:

• Bananas
• Biscuits
• Milk
• Bread
• Roasted gram (chana)

Special focus was given to children, women, pregnant women, and lactating mothers, so that they could receive basic nutrition and energy at the start of the day.

Fresh cooked meals for lunch and dinner – from the Community Kitchen

At the community kitchen, freshly cooked meals were prepared every day for lunch and dinner. On different days, we served:

• Khichdi
• Pulao
• Rice with curry

These simple and nutritious meals helped people regain strength after days of stress, displacement, and uncertainty.

More than charity – food served with dignity

This effort was not only about filling empty stomachs. We tried to ensure that each person felt a sense of dignity, care, and belonging