Urgent Gul Plaza Relief

by National Disability & Development Forum (NDF)
Urgent Gul Plaza Relief

Summary

A devastating fire at Gul Plaza in Karachi claimed lives, injured many, and destroyed livelihoods of hundreds of families. Among the victims were daily wage earners, small shop workers, persons with disabilities, elderly people, and a firefighter who lost his life while saving others. National Disability & Development Forum (NDF) Pakistan seeks to raise USD 200,000 to provide emergency food, medical care, cash assistance, psychosocial support, and early livelihood recovery to 100+ fire-affected

$200,000
total goal
$199,889
remaining
2
donors
0
monthly donors
3
months

Challenge

The Gul Plaza fire in Karachi caused a sudden humanitarian crisis for hundreds of families. Lives were lost, many people sustained severe burn injuries, and numerous small businesses were completely destroyed. For many affected households, Gul Plaza was their only source of income. Overnight, families were left without food, shelter, medical care, or financial security. The impact of this tragedy is particularly severe for small business owners.

Solution

This project will deliver immediate humanitarian relief and early recovery support to families affected by the Gul Plaza fire. NDF Pakistan will implement a disability-inclusive and community-based response to ensure no one is left behind. The project will provide emergency food and hygiene kits to meet basic needs in the immediate aftermath of the disaster. Injured survivors will receive medical assistance, rehabilitation services, and access to physiotherapy and psychotherapy, especially for

Long-Term Impact

100+ fire-affected individuals receive emergency food and relief assistance Injured survivors access medical treatment and rehabilitation services Families of deceased victims receive financial support Improved mental well-being through psychosocial counseling Fire-affected households begin early livelihood recovery Vulnerable groups, including persons with disabilities and elderly individuals, are supported through inclusive services

Resources

Organization Information

National Disability & Development Forum (NDF)

Location: Nawabshah, Sindh - Pakistan
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