Hungarian minority party launches donation platform to support Romania’s flood-hit Praid community
<p>The Democratic Alliance of Hungarians in Romania (UDMR) has launched a public appeal for donations to support the community of Praid, where devastating flooding recently forced the closure of the area’s salt mine and brought tourism to a standstill.</p>

<p>Flooding completely disrupted operations at the Praid salt mine, a major economic driver in the region. Although a full ecological disaster may still be avoided, reconstruction is expected to take years. In the meantime, 45 homes have been evacuated, and dozens of residents have lost their livelihoods overnight.</p>

<p>In a message published on Monday, UDMR president Kelemen Hunor said his party had already facilitated government aid and contributed to the emergency response but now seeks broader public involvement through a newly launched donation platform, <a href="https://ajutapraidul.ro/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Ajutapraidul.ro</a>.</p>

<p>“This is the time to help in other ways too: by promoting donation campaigns,” Kelemen said. “Whether you are Hungarian from across or within the border, or Romanian friends - everyone can find out how and where they can contribute. There is no such thing as 'too little' - every leu or euro counts.”</p>

<p>The platform provides detailed information on how to donate and outlines three areas of need: support for displaced families through food, medicine, heating and income compensation; financial aid for locals who depend on tourism; and efforts to relaunch Praid’s tourist appeal after the disaster.</p>

<p>“Let’s not leave Praid alone," Kelemen urged, adding that the campaign is about solidarity and mutual support.</p>

<p>UDMR clarified that it is handling only the organization and promotion of the initiative and will not collect or store donor data.</p>

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<p><i>irina.marica@romania-insider.com</i></p>

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