Ireland's Nepalese are fundraising for flood victims
Fundraising is underway in Ireland's Nepalese community to support victims of the devastating floods in their home country.
Ireland's Nepalese community is mobilizing to assist flood victims in the Nepal-China border region. With over 3,000 members, some are anxious for news about relatives and friends affected by the disaster. Pravin Baral, General Secretary of the Non-Resident Nepalese Association Ireland based in Dublin, reports that a Nepalese man in Dublin lost his father during the flash floods.
Due to flooded areas and damaged infrastructure, many affected individuals are hard to contact. The community swiftly organized an online fundraising campaign after learning of the floods, which has received support from across the country, amassing around €2,000. While the amount is modest, Baral emphasizes that any contribution helps and that being away from loved ones adds to the helplessness felt by many Nepalese living in Ireland.
The community hopes the funds raised in Ireland will provide practical assistance during the ongoing recovery efforts in Nepal.
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