Staff Correspondent

In response to the recent severe flooding triggered by heavy rainfall and hill torrents, the Local Government Division has implemented comprehensive emergency measures to address the crisis.

The Ministry of Local Government, Rural Development, and Cooperatives has issued directives for local government officials, elected representatives, and administrative staff to provide continuous support to the flood-affected and distressed populations.

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Operational procedures have been established for various agencies, including the Local Government Engineering Department (LGED), the Public Health Engineering Department, WASA, City Corporations, and Union Parishads. These procedures ensure that field-level officers and employees remain stationed at their workplaces and coordinate closely with local authorities to prepare and respond effectively.

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Key measures include the preparation of shelters by the LGED, maintenance of uninterrupted road communication across the country, and expedited repairs to damaged roads.

Besides, The Public Health Engineering Department is working to ensure safe water supply and sanitation in flood-affected areas.

District Commissioners have been instructed to oversee and support flood relief efforts in their areas.

In districts heavily impacted by the floods, such as Feni, Noakhali, Comilla, Brahmanbaria, Rangpur, and Moulvibazar, a 3-member monitoring committee has been formed. This committee, led by the Deputy Director of the District Commissioner’s Office, will coordinate with district administrations to open control rooms and manage flood response efforts.

Daily updates on road conditions, water supply, sanitation, and damage to local government buildings are to be reported via email.

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Additionally, 11 officials have been designated to collect and report information from the 11 most affected districts by 5pm each day, ensuring timely and effective communication of the situation.

The Local Government Department’s swift and coordinated response aims to mitigate the impact of the flooding and provide essential support to those affected.