The Diocese of Dibrugarh in Assam has issued a fervent appeal for comprehensive support to facilitate long-term rehabilitation efforts in Upper Assam, where devastating monsoon floods have left a trail of destruction. The call comes as communities grapple with the aftermath, including the complete obliteration of St. Thomas Church in Parsiparlo and the destruction or severe damage to hundreds of residential properties across the region.
Following an initial phase of emergency relief, the diocese is now transitioning its focus towards rebuilding lives and livelihoods for countless families displaced by the deluge. Reports indicate that districts such as Charaideo, Jorhat, and Sivasagar bore the brunt of the floodwaters, which swept away homes and infrastructure, forcing many residents into temporary shelters.
The scale of the catastrophe is significant, with St. Thomas Church in Parsiparlo being entirely washed away before parishioners could salvage any of its contents. This loss, alongside hundreds of homes, underscores the profound impact on the local populace who now face the daunting task of reconstruction.
In response to the immense challenge, the Diocese of Dibrugarh is reaching out to charitable organizations, mission agencies, institutions, corporate partners, and individuals. Their appeal seeks assistance to help families rebuild their homes and restore their livelihoods, ensuring a path to recovery for those most affected. Since the onset of the flooding, the diocese has actively mobilized its network of priests, religious, parish communities, volunteers, and benefactors to provide crucial relief to all affected residents, irrespective of their faith.
The ongoing recovery efforts highlight the critical need for sustained assistance to help these communities in Upper Assam regain stability and rebuild their futures.
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