
Staff Reporter, Chattogram | July 10, 2026
Opposition Leader and Ameer-e-Jamaat, Dr. Shafiqur Rahman MP, visited flood-affected areas across Chattogram and the surrounding hill regions following days of continuous rainfall and flash floods triggered by hill runoff.
The visit took place as many communities continued to struggle with severe flooding and landslides that disrupted transportation, damaged homes, and affected thousands of residents across the region.
During his visit, Dr. Shafiqur Rahman met local residents, listened to the experiences of families affected by the disaster, and observed the overall condition of flood-hit communities. He also inquired about their immediate needs and emphasized the importance of providing timely humanitarian assistance.
As part of the relief effort, dry food and other essential food supplies were distributed among flood-affected families. Volunteers accompanying the delegation assisted in delivering emergency supplies to residents facing hardship due to the ongoing disaster.
Continuous rainfall combined with runoff from nearby hills has caused flooding and landslides in several parts of Chattogram and adjacent hilly areas. Many families have experienced disruptions to daily life, while transportation and local infrastructure have also been affected.
Humanitarian assistance has become a key priority as government agencies, local authorities, volunteers, and various organizations continue relief operations in different affected locations. Emergency food, drinking water, and essential household items remain among the immediate needs of displaced families.
During the visit, Dr. Shafiqur Rahman stressed the importance of standing beside people during times of crisis and expressed solidarity with those affected by the floods. He also encouraged continued relief activities to support communities until the situation improves.
Residents welcomed the relief assistance and expressed hope that coordinated humanitarian efforts would help affected families recover from the impact of the flooding.
Relief operations continue in different parts of Chattogram as authorities and humanitarian organizations monitor the evolving situation and respond to the needs of flood-affected communities.