AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoFlood Relief Crisis: Monsoon floods and landslides in Chattogram, Cox’s Bazar, Bandarban, Rangamati, Khagrachhari, Moulvibazar and Habiganj have killed at least 44 and left over a million stranded, with power outages, damaged roads and broken communications slowing aid; the army and navy are ferrying food, drinking water and medicines, while Rohingya camp landslides have also claimed lives. Disaster Response Updates: Authorities say relief is being coordinated nationwide under PM’s round-the-clock monitoring, with warnings that several rivers remain above danger levels and fresh flooding could hit other areas. Education Disruption: Chattogram Education Board postponed HSC and equivalent exams until July 16 due to the floods. Border & Safety: BGB rescued stranded tourists in Bandarban and also rescued 122 flood-hit families; in Joypurhat, locals and BGB foiled an alleged BSF push-in attempt. Healthcare Focus: PM Tarique Rahman urged doctors to build public trust to cut the costly outflow for overseas treatment, while DMC marked its 80th anniversary with proposals to modernise Bangladesh’s healthcare. Economy & Policy: An IMF delegation arrives in Dhaka for talks on a new loan programme and reforms; HSBC expects Bangladesh to benefit from global recovery with growth around 4.4% in FY27. AI Push: Posts and IT Minister Faqir Mahbub Anam launched an AI research lab and competition, saying the country is prioritising an AI-skilled workforce. Environment & Livability: Ministers urged mass tree plantation and waste cleanup, including a drive along the Dhaka-Aricha highway, aiming for a cleaner, liveable Bangladesh.
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