Relief goods arrived in Penthakata

The relief supplies have safely reached the Penthakata School and can be delivered from there to the victims of cyclone “Fani”. Our partner is making an incredible effort to provide for the families of our pupils.

We thank all our donors who have already made a contribution for the victims of cyclone “Fani” in Penthakata. It is wonderful to be able to count on your support.

The situation in Penthakata and throughout the state of Odisha is still precarious, countless families have lost their homes and sources of income and are faced with nothing. Every further contribution is of great importance for the people on site and ensures their existence.

Article on the Situation on aljazeera.com from Monday, 13th of May.

Here you find our latest pictures from Penthakata.

Besprechung des Abfallmanagements am Strand von Penthakata

Handover of Waste Management to the City of Puri

With a formal handover ceremony, the City of Puri has taken over responsibility for the operation and financing of waste management in the Penthakata settlement from Usthi. Usthi remains committed to integrating this topic into the surrounding schools. The new video shows where the waste management project starts – and why. One of Usthi’s schools […]

Sturzflut in Nepal

Flash Flood in Nepal

On Wednesday, 26 August 2026, a devastating flash flood caused widespread destruction in Nepal, north-west of Kathmandu, along the Bhotekoshi and Trishuli rivers. Lives were lost and many people remain missing. Homes, roads and vital infrastructure have been destroyed, leaving families without their livelihoods. Usthi is deeply saddened by the devastating events. Our thoughts are […]

der neue Schulbus an der Penthakata Schule

New school bus in Penthakata

The first test drive caused great excitement among the children at Penthakata School. Since July, the new school bus – made possible by the generous donation of an Indian supporter – has been in regular use. Every morning, the children from the informal fishing settlement on the outskirts of the city make their way to […]