while the first Housing units built And the authorities are counting down days until first The village houses are handed over to the owners who survived the earthquake in Provinces that were shaken by the pair in early February of Jerks are getting ready to celebrate one of The two most important holidays for Muslim world Ramadan Bayram also known as Eid al-Fitr, in This is an unassuming atmosphere year.
quartering in some of dozens of thousands of Containers and tents were erected after the disaster, where they received additional shelters support Through organized Suhoor and Iftar meals during Ramadan, many survivors, including the elderly, are still coping. with Archaeology of Devastation.
At the same time, according to a local media Reports of many organizations, companies and the national ministry of Education (MEB) brings spark of Festive and joyful as they throw a perm gifts to children in the region.
According to Anadolu Agency (AA) reports, nearly 25,000 citizens are sheltering in Containers located at 18 points throughout Malatya, one of Provinces severely affected by the earthquake. Ibrahim Qasr 83-year-Old is one of survivors hosted in containers set up by the Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD) in Batalghazi district.
Speaking to AA, Keser notices that his house It collapsed during the earthquake and it is surviving in container with his wife f daughter.
indicating that one of The other two are his children spirits in Istanbul and others in Malatya, Caesar, who he have six His grandchildren, his relatives dispersed after the earthquakes. “all of us He is in different places. And now we are here. We don’t have anywhere to go. Still, if relatives come for A visit in Ramadan Bayram, our doors are open.”
memories on past Permes, Caesar noted that always hosted for him children And his grandchildren have a house, stressing that he is waiting for them and misses them.
“if there was chance they (children and grandchildren) for Eid celebration in This container city. We will introduce them various treats And host them as often as we can.”
Another survivor, 72-year- Aladdin Bulbul is old, he laments and remembers Bayram when his wife was preparing traditional Desserts such as baklava and sütlaç noting that while three of they children We are in Malatya, the other three are in Izmir, Istanbul and Ankara. Although his descendants are used to it enjoy Delicious meals prepared grandmapaul paul said that they will most likely be them who will bring treats this holiday.
gifts for children
In a written statement, Minister of Mahmoud Ozer pointed out to National Education that the education centers belong to it with Directorate General of Lifelong learning joined Forces to provide festive joy for the children stay in container cities. Christmas gifts designed And fully produced in public Education centers and institutes 12,000 children,” He said.
Likewise, according to the AA report Wednesday, Turkish and humanitarian aid body The Red Crescent (Kızılay) aims to deliver clothes for children in The counties hit by the earthquake. in the statement made From the Red Crescent, it was noted that gift These certificates will be awarded in need With 13 provincial branch offices as many as they can shop in related stores.
Revitalization of bazaars
Despite the emptiness and visible sadness experienced by the regions and corners of Gaziantep, some local merchants pointed out that as the holidays approach, the streets and citizens are crowded in The height of the feast.
Colorful shopping scenes appeared on Gazelle Street, with Citizens prepare for the holiday in full speed an offer great interest in clothes, sweets and nuts, candy And cologne.
Mele Yıldırım, shopkeeper in Bazaar, intense note demand From businesses and citizens, the highlight need for pistachios, is usually used for output of No. 1 perm treat – baklava. “despite of times has changed, and our traditions continue,” Yıldırım said.
“People seek to relax psychologically, to make children Happy shopping and partying holiday in the best way possible. we also Try to make everyone happy during the holiday, said confectioner Yusef Kurt.
Similarly, the eruption was seen in the historic Marash market built in The fifteenth century AD with Businesses report that trade has slowly rebounded after their colossal debacle.
“We are trying to increase our products and types. We are here. It will be better for our compatriots from other cities to come to Kahramanmaraş again.” one of sellers in Notice the bazaar.
Ali us who there was marketHe said: We lived through Ramadan with grief, and we were about to have the saddest Eid in Our life. Hope we have a healthy vacation. life goes on. “
