The History of The Dharm Shala.

"There is a pressing need for large expenditure in Social Service and develppment which, not even the least poor of the West Indian countries can hope to undertake from their own resources."

"I would like to emphasise the need, referred to as existing in our community, for work that would result in not only making the people politically and economically great and prosperous but giving them a social, moral, as well as an educational standing as will command for them to esteem and regard of the other communities by which they are surrounded, and, at the same time, make them a blessing to their own and future generations."

  
       
 
 
 

Driving Along East Coast Demerara Highway

The water can be seen in the background. This was about 2 Feet of water, in an are that was not affected as badly as further up the highway.
 
 
 

Driving Along East Coast Demerara Highway

Again, this is another shot of the flooding. It was important to note that nearby is a cemetry, and one can only imagine the condition of the water.
 
 
 

Water in the Back-Ground

As we go further up the highway, we are begining to see the gravity of this flood.
 
 
 

No where to Drive!

Vehicles parked at the side of the highway.
 
 
 

Plaisance, East Coast Demerara

Resident of Plaisance Village on the highway, waiting for relief help and other assistance.
 
 
 

Our Turning Point

This is a clear indication of the height of the water in Plaisance area
 
 
 

Flood Victims

Flood Victims receiving relief aids along the east coast highway.
 
 
 

Flood Victims

Flood Victims receiving relief aids along the east coast highway.
 
 
 

The Ogle Lagoon?

No, this is a street flooded in Ogle village on the East Coast of Demerara. Most of the residents have been evacuated, they are either by friends or family, or in relief shelters.
 
 
 

The Ogle Lagoon?

No, this is a street flooded in Ogle village on the East Coast of Demerara. Most of the residents have been evacuated, they are either by friends or family, or in relief shelters.
 
 
 

Backyard Pool

Large volume of water in yards.
 
 
 

My Home in a River

These home were surrounded probably by 2-4 feet of water.
 
 
 
   
       
 

We will be updating information on the flood as received from the Joint Operations Center (JOC) that has been set up by the Government of Guyana and the civil society. There is a national appeal for help. Anyone who can supply the following items should contact the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce at (592)-226-3519 or (592)-225-5846. Below are the items needed Urgently:

  • Long Boots
  • Water Pumps
  • Medical Supplies for Water Borne Diseases
  • Blankets
  • Shelter Goods (Keresone Stove, Nets, Beds, Matrassess)
  • Food Supplies

 

There is much to be done for the poor and needy in Guyana, but we cannot do it alone. We are depending on you to help us. Surely, with your love and help, the gratitude of all the residents and the community, and the appreciation of the wider community, this great work will continue to progress.

Please help us.

All donations will be gratefully accepted. Preferred methods of payment should be by:

 
       
 
         
                
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