Assam is battling severe conditions as the flood has plagued the lives of thousands of locals. A report by NDTV suggests that as many as 4,157 villages across 30 districts of the state have been submerged due to the constant rainfall. Nearly 95% of the Kaziranga National Park has been flooded causing the death of 17 wild animals in a span of just 2 days.
In this time of crisis, 19-year-old Indian sprinter and Arjuna Award recipient Hima Das, who recently brought home 3 gold medals from different events, has taken a massive leap towards helping her home state.
According to sources, Hima Das donated half her month’s salary to flood reliefs helping victims of the calamity.
I have contributed my bit and requesting others also to please help people of Assam. #AssamFloods https://t.co/y7ml1EMGzG
— Hima (@HimaDas8) July 16, 2019
She is also urging corporates and people holding significant monetary and state power to come forward and help the state in this time of need.
Flood situation in our state Assam is very critical, 30 out of 33 districts are currently affected. So i would like to request big corporates and individuals to kindly come forward and help our state in this difficult situation. pic.twitter.com/cbVZv7b4IP
— Hima (@HimaDas8) July 16, 2019
Her humanitarian act is receiving a lot of praise on social media. Having set an example for citizens, there are many who are coming forward and donating their bit for flood relief campaigns in Assam and spreading awareness of the same.
Done from my side as well 🙏🙏
— Anupam Kumar Pandey (@AnupamkPandey) July 16, 2019
Dear @HimaDas8 your valuable contribution for the Nation and Assam State I really appreciate your hard work and dedication for our country 🇮🇳 🙏
I'll do some contribution to the my side for the Assam State and I concern to everyone for Contribution just contribute Rs. 10/-
— Santosh (@IamSantoshIas) July 17, 2019
You're a real HERO 👏👏👏 More power to you dear #HimaDas 👍👍👍
— Asha Bisht (@AashaBisht) July 16, 2019
Kudos. Proud of u. Will do my bit. Thanks.
— Hussain Taseer (@hussain2577) July 17, 2019
https://twitter.com/bharadw_amarjit/status/1151427483419283456
Well done champion! This tweet of yours will make a difference. Proud of you! #AssamFloods
— Ajitdeep (@CHAIHOLIC_) July 16, 2019
Your gesture is always heartwarming. You r definitely a hero.
— Rajivmajuli (@rajivdasmajuli) July 17, 2019
We sincerely hope this inspires many who come from a place of privilege to do their bit in helping the helpless victims of the Assam floods.