By Atul Lekhra | Programme Incharge
Dear Friend,
India is recovering from the devastating effects of Covid-19, but new cases are on the rise again. The pandemic has ravaged the lives of people in southern Rajasthan, whose average daily income is less than $0.70 (Rs. 52). During Covid-19 relief, Seva Mandir distributed food and safety kits to 50,000+ families, supported with medical care, and created awareness on prevention and vaccination. Covid Management Communities (CMC) have been formed in 1,500+ villages, together with capacity building of 6,000+ frontline workers & volunteers.
Today, Seva Mandir continues to link people with livelihood opportunities, education and nutrition activities for long term rehabilitation and resilience. Regular dialogues with village communities help to identify needs and look for solutions.
We are also keeping an eye on the rapid spread of Lumpy disease among cows/buffaloes in our communities, and have decided to take up LUMPY SKIN DISEASE RELIEF WORK now. Internal teams and committees are formed and discussion with Government department has also been initiated.
Cattles are an important part of people’s livelihood in our working area and saving them is important as it directly affects their income and family needs, at the same time saving animals from this painful and deadly disease is also important.
Over 7,500 cattle have died so far due to 'lumpy skin disease' in ten states of India till now, including Rajasthan and the number of cattle affected by this disease is much more. Lumpy skin disease (LSD) is a contagious viral disease that affects cattle. It is transmitted by blood-feeding insects, such as certain species of flies and mosquitoes, or ticks. It causes fever, nodules on the skin and can also lead to death. LSD has recently spread in Asia following outbreaks in the Middle East and Europe.
We greatly appreciate your trust in Seva Mandir and for supporting our project. Your support is helping us in making changes in the lives of communities in need. We hope that you will continue your precious support to our project.
Thank you and take care.
Best Wishes,
Atul Lekhra & the Seva Mandir Team
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