BSS-50 Over 5cr people get govt’s relief

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Over 5cr people get govt’s relief

DNAKA, May 18, 2020 (BSS) – The government continued its relief programs for the people as around five crore people of over 1 cr families across the country have received government’s humanitarian assistance to mitigate their sufferings in the wake of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

According to the information received from the district administrations of 64 districts, a total of 1,63,001 metrics tons of rice have been allocated as relief and of the volume, 1,50,000 metric tons have been distributed.

The government has so far allocated cash about Taka 91.5 crore for purchasing relief materials, including baby food.

Besides, Taka 19.14 crore was allocated for baby food aids while Taka 14.6921988 crore has been distributed across the country.

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