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Impact Report
Rain Basera Programme - 2009
Year: 2009
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Community Support & Humanitarian Relief
Programme at a Glance
₹
1,25,600
Budget Used
396
Total Reach
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66
Direct Beneficiaries
330
Indirect Beneficiaries
↗
1 : 5
Multiplier Effect
Executive Summary
The Rain Basera Charges Programme (2009) was implemented by The Dream Welfare Society to provide immediate, safe, and dignified temporary shelter to homeless and highly vulnerable individuals during periods of extreme weather. Seasonal challenges such as heavy rainfall and cold waves exposed daily wage workers, migrants, elderly individuals, and people without stable housing to severe health and safety risks. With a total expenditure of ₹1,25,600, the programme supported 800 individuals, directly benefiting 66 people and indirectly impacting 330 dependents, achieving a total reach of 396 people. Delivered at an average cost of ₹157 per person, the programme proved to be a highly cost-effective emergency shelter intervention, significantly improving safety, dignity, and well-being among at-risk populations.
Key Findings
- Temporary shelter is critical during environmental emergencies
- Shelter access significantly reduces health and safety risks
- Seasonal relief interventions deliver strong humanitarian value
- Shelter-based support indirectly stabilizes families and dependents
Project Snapshot
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Name | Rain Basera Programme - 2009 |
| Year | 2009 |
| Budget | ₹ 1,25,600 |
| Direct Impact | 66 |
| Indirect Impact | 330 |
| Total Reach | 396 |
Challenges & Learnings
Challenges
- Limited shelter capacity during peak seasonal demand
- Sudden surge in shelter needs during extreme weather
- Short-term nature of shelter solutions
- Limited sanitation and infrastructure in some shelters
- Need for continuous monitoring and management
Learnings
- Timely shelter intervention prevents severe hardship
- Shelter support must be integrated with food, health, and sanitation services
- Flexible and scalable shelter models are essential
- Coordination with local authorities improves effectiveness
- Dignity must remain central to humanitarian design
Methodology
- Review of Rain Basera payment and utilization records
- Interaction with shelter users and caretakers
- Observation of shelter conditions and usage patterns
- Discussions with beneficiaries on safety and well-being
- Cross-verification with field staff and local authorities
Impact Analysis
- Safe, weather-protected temporary shelter
- Reduced exposure to rain, cold, and environmental hazards
- Improved personal safety and physical well-being
- Reduced risk of infections and illness
- Lower pressure on unsafe public sleeping spaces
Conclusion
The Rain Basera Charges Programme (2009) successfully delivered critical shelter, safety, and dignity support to 396 people through a timely and humane intervention. By providing temporary refuge during periods of environmental stress, the programme significantly reduced exposure to health risks and prevented avoidable hardship among homeless populations. The findings reaffirm that shelter is a fundamental humanitarian need and a cornerstone of effective social protection strategies.
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