Harish Lalan, a Sangli-based businessman whose business has taken a hit due to floods, but whose self-confidence is intact, said, "We do not want any sympathy, nor any government aid. All we want is loan without interest, which we will repay in couple of years as we have faith in our potential." In order to support and bring the flood-affected in Sangli back to normalcy, three pillar institutions of the Kutchi community, Kutchi Visa Oswal Deravasi Mahajan, Kutchi Visa Oswal Sthankvasi Mahajan and Kutchi Visa Oswal Seva Samaj, have come together to provide aid in the best possible manner. In an incredibly short period, they have raised R2 crore for the cause.

Sangli was badly battered during the recent floods. After eight days of taking shelter in other units, people are now returning home, with fear in their eyes and worry on their minds about the expenses they will have to bear. Despite such dire straits, they are not asking for donations, but interest-free loans, which will help them get back on their feet.