Caritas Bangladesh provides livelihood support to flood-affected families in Cumilla

Caritas Bangladesh, the social action arm of the Catholic Church, has extended vital livelihood restoration support to flood-affected families in Cumilla from April 7 to 8.

Around 240 families were severely affected by floods in the Khila and Moishatua unions of Manoharganj upazila, Cumilla.

The two-day distribution aimed to assist vulnerable households in rebuilding their lives after the devastating natural disaster earlier this year.

The support was provided under the "EA, which means Emergency and Recovery Assistance to Flood 2024 Affected People of Northeast and Southeastern Districts in Bangladesh" project.

Each family received BDT 6,000 (approximately USD 49.38) via NAGAD mobile money transfer, allowing them to address urgent livelihood needs in a dignified and efficient manner.

On April 7, the first phase of the distribution took place at the Manoharganj Upazila Parishad, benefiting 120 families from Khila Union. The event was led by Mr. Shawrab Rozario, Regional Director of Caritas Dhaka, and graced by Ms. Nasrin, Assistant Commissioner (Land) and Executive Magistrate, as the Chief Guest. Local government officials and members of the Project Implementation Committee also attended the ceremony.

The second phase occurred the following day, April 8, at the Moishatua Union Parishad office, where another 120 families received grants. Michael Rozario, Junior Program Officer for Disaster Management at Caritas, led the event, with Mohammad Abed Ali, District Relief and Rehabilitation Officer, serving as chief guest.

One grateful recipient from Moishatua Union, a Muslim community member, shared his heartfelt appreciation: "I am poor and have no property. It is difficult to survive without support. I thank Caritas Bangladesh and their team for helping me and my family to continue our lives."

This initiative reflects Caritas Bangladesh's ongoing commitment to supporting communities in times of crisis, regardless of religion, caste, or background, demonstrating solidarity and hope for those striving to recover and rebuild.