Total Beneficiaries: 9 flood-affected families (approximately 60 individuals)

Project Duration: April 2013 – December 2014

Funding Partner: Mennonite Central Committee (MCC)

Project Overview

Natural disasters often leave families without shelter, safe water, sanitation, and income, making recovery long and difficult. Through its Rehabilitation and Livelihood Support Program, Nepal Christian Relief Services (NCRS) supports disaster-displaced families to resettle safely, restore basic services, and rebuild sustainable livelihoods for long-term recovery.

Background

On 5 May 2012, a devastating flood from the Seti River caused widespread destruction, killing nine people, leaving several missing, and destroying land, livestock, houses, grinding mills, and bridges. Most affected families belonged to disadvantaged ethnic communities.

Later, on 13 December 2014, another major flood further destroyed homes and properties, leaving families distressed and economically helpless.

Key Interventions

Rehabilitation Support (Sanitation & Water Supply)

In April 2013, NCRS implemented sanitation and water support to improve health and living conditions:

Sanitation Support

  • Construction of permanent household toilets for all nine families
  • Improved hygiene practices and reduced health risks

Water Supply Support

  • Construction of water intake with catchment
  • Installation of a 4,000-liter reservoir
  • Distribution of water through eight taps per family
  • System designed to serve the community for over 15 years

Livelihood Support – Goat Distribution

To restore income and strengthen recovery, NCRS provided livestock support through goat distribution to the same flood-affected families on 13 December 2014, in coordination with Pokhareli Christian Community (PCC) and in the presence of district authorities, the VDC Chairperson, and community leaders.

Impact

  • Access to safe and reliable drinking water
  • Reduced waterborne diseases and sanitation-related risks
  • Improved dignity, hygiene, and quality of life
  • Restored income sources through goat farming
  • Enhanced family resilience and community recovery

Project Handover

The official handover ceremony was held on 22 July 2013, in the presence of government authorities, partners, and stakeholders, ensuring community ownership, transparency, and long-term sustainability of the interventions.

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