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The recent monsoon rains in Punjab have brought devastating destruction to thousands of families. Floodwaters submerged entire villages and towns, causing severe damage to homes — many of which were already vulnerable. Among the affected is 65-year-old Shabir Masih, whose humble mud house collapsed under the relentless downpour between July 20th and July 25th, 2025.
Shabir Masih’s home has lost its roof and weakened walls, leaving him without shelter and at risk of total collapse.
Shabir’s house, constructed years ago with reed and wood roofing, held a lifetime of cherished memories, including those shared with his late wife, Yasmeen Bibi. On the night of July 24th, as the rain poured heavily and winds howled, the roof began leaking. Fearing for his safety, Shabir took refuge in a classroom of the nearby school — a move that ultimately saved his life when the roof gave way.
“During the night, the weather became furious, and rain poured heavily with windstorm. I was sleeping when the roof fell,” Shabir recounted to BACA.
Shabir Masih’s home lies in ruins and is dangerously unsafe — he desperately needs funds to rebuild and find shelter.
On July 27th, in a voice heavy with sorrow, Shabir reached out to BACA, saying,
“The roof of my house has collapsed. The walls are also weak and may fall any moment. I have no place to live now.”
Shabir is currently residing in a school classroom set up as emergency accomodation, but with schools reopening in August, he faces homelessness once again. The cost to rebuild and repair his home is estimated at £3,000 — an amount beyond Shabir’s means.
Juliet Chowdhry, Trustee of the British Asian Christian Association, shares:
“Shabir’s resilience in the face of relentless tragedy moves us all. Our mission is to stand with him and many like him, offering not just aid, but hope and dignity. Rebuilding his home is not just about shelter, but restoring a sense of safety and belonging.”
Floodwaters have made the floor of Shabir’s home unsafe and filled it with debris and rubbish.
How You Can Help
Shabir Masih urgently needs your help to rebuild his home and rebuild his life. Every donation, big or small, makes a difference.
Please consider donating today to support Shabir and families affected by these devastating floods.
