Brac, Proshika aid for Monga-hit people
Two leading NGOs have provided financial assistance to Monga-hit people in northwestern districts of the country.
Brac has disbursed Tk 63 lakh as soft loans to 'ultra poor families' in 17 worst Monga-affected upazilas of Nilphamary, Kurigram and Lalmonirhat districts, says a press release.
Brac authorities say the fund is meant only for subsistence and the recipients are supposed to make repayments whenever they can afford.
For all latest news, follow The Daily Star's Google News channel. Meanwhile, Proshika has formed a Special Assistance Fund of Tk 3.50 lakh for monga-hit people, says a press release.