Mohammad Abdul Qayyum, former National Project Director of the Comprehensive Disaster Management Programme (CDMP) and adjunct faculty at Dhaka University, talks to Naznin Tithi of The Daily Star about the weaknesses of our flood management efforts this year as well as the importance of stronger coordination and better flood forecasting.
Authorities must learn from past failures to improve response.
Were we able to cash the “positive emotions” of people with our experience?
It is safe to say that the word "saving" is the same as asking us to do sit-ups every other minute. Yes, you do come across an offer that you end up believing is the deal of the century. The rush of adding an item to your shopping cart feels almost irresistible, but some brave souls have chosen a more radical approach: a 'No Buy' year.
Take steps to reopen flood-hit schools
Farmers, who suffered heavily during the floods, need help
Outbreak of diarrhoea demands a better response
Dhaka Storytellers’ “Art for Charity” event on 30 August 2024 united 19 artists to support Bangladesh flood victims. Proceeds went to disaster relief, showcasing art’s power in fostering community spirit and resilience.
Flood leaves victims with a whole new set of problems
Let’s keep up this culture of volunteerism
At least three people were killed; a total of 43 upazilas in several districts have been affected by the flash floods
Flash floods have marooned at least 36 lakh people in 10 districts, said Shafiqul Alam, press secretary to the chief adviser of the interim government
The anti-discrimination student movement coordinators had thus arranged for a concert featuring these influential rappers today at the Shontrash Birodhi Raju Sharokh Bhaskarjya on Dhaka University’s premises. However, the concert has been postponed due to severe flooding in the eastern part of the country and adverse weather conditions.
Authorities must take a critical look at our state of disaster preparedness
