Some weeks feel heavier than others. The recent Pahalgam attack that claimed 26 innocent lives has left the country grieving. At the same time, Manipur continues to grapple with a year-long crisis that has claimed over 200 lives and displaced more than 60,000 people. The headlines feel relentless. And behind those numbers are families, communities, and everyday lives caught in uncertainty — struggling to hold on, with no clear end in sight.

The violence has upended everyday life. Schools remain shut, businesses have closed, and families are still living in overcrowded relief camps, facing challenges every single day.

When times are testing, history has witnessed people stepping up for one another. In Manipur and other conflict-hit regions, communities are coming together to care for one another. From local community kitchens to holding makeshift classes for children, hope is finding its way back — quietly, powerfully.

Their message is simple: you don’t have to be a hero to help — you just have to show up. Here is a list of volunteer groups and NGOs across India — all with the shared goal of helping communities heal and rebuild by providing healthcare, food, shelter and a sense of belongingness.

1. Borderless World Foundation (BWF)

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