Thousands of people are homeless as a result of the floods in Bihar. GFA Compassion Services Teams are providing them with basic necessities. |
Gospel for Asia missionaries are reaching out to survivors of the massive floods in Bihar, India, with food and clothing. All missionaries in the state went to Purnia, Bihar’s capital city, to organize the distribution.
They have identified 1,000 families who need immediate assistance. More than 2 million people were affected by the floods. At least 260 people died as a result of the rampaging waters. An estimated 350,000 people are homeless after their homes were washed away.
Relief work is being hampered by the flood waters, which are still high in many places.
The floods inundated northern Bihar after monsoon rains caused the Kosi River to overflow its banks. The force of the water caused the river to change course, causing floods in areas that were normally spared from the annual deluge.
The missionaries working in the affected areas ask for prayer that their relief distribution will go smoothly and that many hearts will be open to the Gospel.