Relief-distribution

Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed apologized to flood-affected people while distributing relief materials in Chakaria, Cox’s Bazar. He said, “I was outside the country, which is why I could not come on time. I was busy with Parliament during the session of the National Parliament. I got the opportunity on Friday and Saturday, so I came to see you. Please forgive me.” He made the remarks on Saturday afternoon after distributing relief materials and visiting flood-affected areas at the grounds of Mar...

Normal life has yet to return to several areas of Baghaichhari upazila in Rangamati following flooding caused by heavy rainfall and hill torrents. Water has started to recede in some places. However, flood-hit residents are continuing to struggle with shortages of food, safe drinking water, baby food and livestock feed. At the same time, farmers are worried about damage to cropland and the fisheries sector. Locals said thousands of families in the low-lying areas of the upazila have been...