13 dead, 4.5 Million Flood Victims of Bangladesh: Simple Steps to Donate

Currently, 11 districts of Bangladesh are affected by floods. The number of flood affected people in these districts is about 4.5 Million. At the moment, 8,08,629  families are without water and 13 people have died in this flood so far.

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Floods took their worst form in Feni. Besides, Chittagong, Comilla, Noakhali, Sylhet, Moulvibazar, Brahmanbaria, Lakshmipur, Khagrachari and Cox's Bazar districts have been affected by floods.

 

According to Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief, 77 upazilas and 584 unions and municipalities of 11 districts of the country were inundated and damaged due to floods. So far 13 people including two women have died. Four died in Comilla, one in Feni, two in Chittagong, one in Noakhali, one in Brahmanbaria, one in Laxmipur and three in Cox's Bazar. The number of people affected by the flood is 44 lakh 97 thousand 535 people.

3 thousand 160 shelters have been opened so far. One lakh 88 thousand 739 people have taken shelter in these shelters.

A total of 637 medical teams are operational to provide medical care to the victims of 11 districts. 3 crore 52 lakh cash, 20 thousand 150 tons of rice and 15 thousand food packets have been distributed among the flood victims by the Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief.

 

If you’d like to contribute to flood relief efforts in Bangladesh, here are some ways you can help:

 

1. The As-Sunnah Foundation is a non-political, non-profit organization dedicated to education, Islamic outreach (da’wah), and humanitarian services. Founded by Shaykh Ahmadullah in 2017, the foundation aims to follow the teachings and example of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) to serve humanity, promote social reform, and foster noble ethical values.

Key Activities:
Education: They run various educational programs, including the As-Sunnah Skill Development Institute and Madrasatus-Sunnah, focusing on both religious and vocational training.

Humanitarian Aid: The foundation is actively involved in distributing relief during natural disasters, providing food and clothing to the needy, and offering free or low-cost healthcare services.

Community Projects: They have initiatives like tree planting, poverty alleviation projects, and training programs for women to become self-reliant.

How to Donate:
You can support their efforts by donating through their official website.

Contact Information:
Website: assunnahfoundation.org
Address: Not specified on the website, but you can contact them through their online form for more details.
Your contributions can help them continue their vital work in education and humanitarian aid.

 

2. Bangladesh Army Relief Fund: You can donate to the “Logistics Area Relief Fund” at The Trust Bank Limited, Radisson Water Garden Hotel Branch. The account number for donations is 0018-0210010110. Additionally, bKash donations can be made to the number 01769013858.

 

3. The Bangladesh Red Crescent Society (BDRCS) is a major humanitarian organization in Bangladesh, part of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. They focus on disaster response, health services, and community development.

How to Donate:
Online Donations: You can donate directly through their official website.
Bank Transfer: Donations can be made to their official bank accounts listed on their website.
In-Person: Visit their headquarters at 684-686 Bara Maghbazar, Dhaka, to make a donation in person.
Contact Information:
Phone: +880 2-48310188
Email: [email protected]
Address: National Headquarters, 684-686 Bara Maghbazar, Dhaka 1217, Bangladesh.
Your support can help them continue their vital work in providing relief and support to those affected by the floods.