Bollywood actor Salman Khan has extended his support to the 'Ashiana – Hope Begins with Safe Shelter' initiative, a housing programme aimed at providing safe and long-term shelter to families who lost their homes in the recent floods in Assam.
The initiative seeks to help flood-affected families rebuild their lives by constructing permanent or long-term housing in areas devastated by natural disasters. As part of the programme, a total of 500 houses are planned for construction to rehabilitate families displaced by the floods.
Construction work has already begun in the Nepali Khuti area of Assam. According to the organisers, around 220 houses have been completed during the first phase of the project. These homes are expected to provide shelter to families whose houses were damaged or destroyed during the floods.
The organisers said the remaining houses will be completed in phases, with the goal of providing safe accommodation to hundreds of affected families. They believe the project will enable flood victims to rebuild their lives with greater security and stability.
Housing remains one of the biggest challenges faced by families displaced by floods and other natural disasters. The organisers said the 'Ashiana' initiative has been designed to address this need by providing durable housing rather than temporary relief.
They also expressed hope that Salman Khan's association with the programme would increase public awareness and encourage greater participation in relief and rehabilitation efforts.
Salman Khan has supported several social welfare initiatives in the past, including programmes related to healthcare, education and assistance for underprivileged communities. His support for the Assam flood rehabilitation initiative has drawn appreciation from fans and supporters on social media.
According to the organisers, several members of the film fraternity have also participated in relief efforts for flood-affected families in Assam by contributing to the distribution of food, essential supplies and other forms of assistance. Once all 500 houses are completed, the project is expected to provide safe shelter to hundreds of families affected by the floods.
