Cyclone Fani was a powerful storm that hit India’s eastern coast in May 2019. Originating in the Bay of Bengal, it made landfall in Odisha with wind speeds up to 250 km/h, causing widespread damage to homes and infrastructure. Despite extensive evacuations, Fani resulted in 89 deaths and significant economic losses, especially in Odisha, before weakening as it moved toward Bangladesh.

During the distribution of educational kits at Bankimuhan Slum, Puri, Odisha, on June 16th, an issue was observed regarding the adequacy of the supplies. Although the program was successful and the children were delighted to receive the educational kits, it became apparent that the distribution could have been more tailored to the specific needs of each child. While the kits contained valuable resources like books, notepads, and stationery, there was a need for better alignment of the contents with the children’s educational levels and requirements. For future distributions, it is recommended to conduct a more detailed assessment of the children’s educational needs to ensure that the kits are appropriately customized, maximizing the impact on their learning and development.