Govt allocates Tk 6.30 cr, 9,650 tonnes rice more to tackle COVID-19

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DHAKA, May 08, 2020 (BSS)- The government has allocated Taka 6.30 crore and
9,650 tonnes of rice more for immediate distribution to the jobless and
distressed people as humanitarian assistance for tackling the coronavirus
crisis.

Of the allocation, Tk 4.70 cr has been allocated for relief distribution
while 1.60 cr for purchasing baby food.

Department Of Disaster Management issued an order in this regard on
Thursday last.