By Matters India Reporter
Bangkok, July 31, 2026: The Christian Conference of Asia voiced deep concern over the devastation caused by floods and landslides across India, urging churches and humanitarian partners to assist communities grappling with loss, displacement and widespread damage.
In a statement released July 28, the regional ecumenical organization said torrential monsoon rains had triggered severe flooding and landslides in several parts of the country, leaving communities facing extensive hardship.
The group said the disasters have resulted in significant destruction, loss of life and disruptions to essential services.
According to the statement, Assam remains among the hardest-hit regions. The organization said severe flooding in the state has claimed more than 65 lives and affected more than half a million people.
In Jammu and Kashmir, flash floods and landslides have caused fatalities and injuries, while continuing landslides have left thousands stranded.
“The Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) expresses deep sorrow and grave concern over the widespread destruction and loss of life caused by floods and landslides triggered by torrential monsoon rains across several regions of India,” the statement said.
The organization described the scale of the damage in Assam as particularly alarming. It said large areas have suffered damage to homes, infrastructure and agricultural land.
Public services have also been affected, while rising waters and damaged transportation routes have complicated access to relief and recovery efforts in several locations.
The statement also pointed to environmental concerns. While noting that heavy rainfall was the immediate cause of the disasters, the organization said experts have observed that deforestation and other forms of ecological degradation may have intensified the flooding and landslides.
It called the disasters a reminder of the connection between environmental stewardship and community safety, particularly for vulnerable populations.
The Christian Conference of Asia extended condolences to families who lost loved ones and expressed support for people whose homes and livelihoods have been damaged or destroyed.
The organization appealed to member churches, councils and ecumenical partners to provide financial and humanitarian assistance and to support those affected by grief, displacement and uncertainty.
“CCA calls upon its member churches, member councils, and ecumenical partners to stand in solidarity with affected communities, to mobilise financial and humanitarian assistance, and to offer pastoral accompaniment to those enduring grief, displacement, and uncertainty,” the statement said.
The appeal was signed by Rev. Jung Eun Grace Moon, general secretary of the Christian Conference of Asia.
As rescue, relief and recovery efforts continue, the organization called for resilience among survivors and strength for those coordinating emergency responses.
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