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CUDDALORE, TAMIL NADU, January 2, 2004: As a shining example of communal harmony, a mosque in Cuddalore district has given shelter to hundreds of Hindus and Christians affected by the killer tsunami tragedy that struck last week. The Muslims have been providing round the clock relief in terms of food, clothing and shelter to all the affected women and children of the district. “Here everyone is taking care of us. We are getting food to eat properly. I don’t have any problem here but I don’t have anyone,” said Nilamma, a Hindu woman. The mosque has also provided the homeless with medicines. The tsunami, which travelled at up to 310 mph, not only washed away tens of thousands of people and hundreds of villages and towns, but also polluted vital water wells. Mohammad Younis, the head of the Muslim relief organization, said they are taking full responsibility for the people of the district. “Since December 26 onwards, we have been feeding all the people here. The money comes from the Muslims. We are ready to take all responsibility here,” he said.

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