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
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
Of the deceased, 14 died in Cumilla, 17 in Feni, six in Chattogram, three in Cox's Bazar, eight in Noakhali, one each in Brahmanbaria, Lakshmipur, Khagrachhari and Moulvibazar.
