UK Sikh Organizations form Coalition for Nepal Earthquake Relief

LONDON, UK—More than 8 UK based organizations have joined hands to combat the growing need for relief after the capital city of Kathmandu was hit with a 7.8 magnitude earth quake on April 25th. Organizations including the Sikh Relief (SOPW), Lions MMA, Khalsa Bikers, British Sikh Council UK, Khalsa Foundation, Midland Langar Seva Society, British Sikh Council, Kaur’s Corner, Khalis Foundation and Sikh24.com have made an unprecedented move to join hands and help those effected by the devastating natural disaster.

Sangat is requested to donate as much as they can to the relief efforts. To donate please go to www.justgiving.com/srnepalaid

The UK Coalition team has linked up with a team of 10 doctors and they are travelling to various effected areas setting up daily medical camps. Along with free medical supplies they are also giving out essential food/water packs and have made links with various suppliers for rations and other non perishable items.This will allow them to have a supply of food and water as well as medical supplies as they move around to different effected areas.

A team from UK is flying out today to join the doctors and they will help coordinate and make a structure.

Daily updates to follow.