Blanket Distribution Among the Cold-Stricken in the Remote Char Areas of the Jamuna River

A blanket distribution program for cold-stricken people was held on Thursday (11 December) at 10:00 am at the Shushua Welfare Association grounds in the remote char areas of the Jamuna River in Tangail. With funding from Shushua Ville, 300 high-quality double-layer blankets were distributed among poor families in Shushua and the surrounding villages. Earlier, another 300 blankets were distributed in various parts of Gopalpur Upazila, bringing the total number of blankets distributed to 600.

The event was attended by Md. Mominur Rahman, President of the Shushua Welfare Association; former Arjuna Union Parishad members A. Majid and Obaidullah; and Abdul Khalek, Member Secretary of the Arjuna Union Jubo Dal, along with other local dignitaries.

The overall coordination of the initiative was overseen by Shushua Ville’s founder, USA expatriate Masum Mahbubur Rahman, and co-founder Eliza Sultana, along with organization officials Maleeha Mahbub, Ariba Mahbub, and Ahnaf Mahbub.

Local residents said that receiving blankets during this period of intense cold brought much relief to impoverished families. The organizers expressed hope that such humanitarian initiatives would continue in the future.,

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Relief Assistance for Flood-Affected Families in Remote Char Shushua of Tangail

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A total of 475 flood-affected families in the remote Char Shushua village of the Jamuna River in Tangail have received emergency relief aid as part of humanitarian assistance after being waterlogged for an extended period.

The relief was provided under the project titled “Emergency Relief Assistance for Flood-Affected People of Char Shushua”, funded by the international donor organization Human Concern International (HCI) and implemented by the non-governmental development organization Sushilan.

Each family received 25 kg of rice, 5 kg of lentils, 3 liters of soybean oil, 2 kg of salt, 5 kg of flour, 5 kg of potatoes, 1 kg of detergent powder, 4 bathing soaps, a 20-liter water jar, 2 kg of sugar, 50 oral saline packets, 1 pack of sanitary napkins, mixed spices, and 1 strip of water purification tablets.

The relief distribution ceremony was held at 10 a.m. on Friday (October 10) at the premises of the Shushua Welfare Association office.

The event was attended by Mostafa Bakuluzzaman, Deputy Director of Sushilan; Md. Delwar Hossain, Accounts Officer; Kazi Faisal Kabir, Monitoring Officer; Md. Ariful Islam, Project Coordinator; Md. Naimul Islam, Compliance Officer (Bangladesh) of Human Concern International; and Md. Mominur Rahman, President of Shushua Welfare Association, along with local dignitaries, students, and guardians.

Beneficiaries stated that the early and prolonged flooding of the Jamuna River this year has caused extensive crop damage in Char Shushua. In such a difficult time, the relief assistance provided by Human Concern International and Sushilan has brought much-needed relief and comfort to the affected families.

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Inauguration of a Modern Madrasa and Free Medical Camp by HCI in Zakiganj

After the completion of the fourth floor construction of Al Habib Latifiya Complex in Ghanipur, Zakiganj a border upazila of Sylhet. the building was officially handed over to the madrasa authorities. On the same day, a free medical camp was also held there.

The project, funded by the international donor agency Human Concern International (HCI) and implemented by the NGO Sushilon, will provide opportunities for around 350 students to receive modern and quality madrasa education.

At the medical camp, more than 200 people received free treatment and medicines. Pediatricians, gynecologists, and medicine specialists rendered services on the occasion.

On Friday (5 September) at 10 a.m., an inauguration ceremony was held at the auditorium of Al Habib Latifiya Complex. Following the formal handover of the fourth floor to the madrasa authorities, the new facilities were officially declared open.

Among those present were Mostafa Boklujjaman, Deputy Director of Sushilon Ltd.; Kazi Faisal Kabir, Monitoring Officer; and Md. Arif Hossain, Project Coordinator. Also in attendance were Maulana Mostafa Hasan Chowdhury Gilman, Chairman of Al Habib Latifiya Complex; along with medical professionals including Dr. Huayn Rashid (Medicine Specialist), Dr. Farhana Akter (Gynecology Specialist), and Dr. Touhid Chowdhury (Pediatric Specialist).

Speakers noted that such initiatives play a vital role in improving education and healthcare, and they will set a sustainable example for the welfare of the local community.

A teenage girl who came for treatment said, “I had been suffering from some personal health issues for several months but could not seek treatment due to high costs. Here I received free treatment and medicine. I am truly grateful.”

Chairman Mostafa Hasan Chowdhury Gilman of Al Habib Latifiya Complex said, “This contribution is historic for our institution. We are grateful for the generous support of Sushilon and HCI, and we hope to have their continued cooperation in the future.”

Mostafa Boklujjaman, Deputy Director of Sushilon, said, “Sushilon has always tried to stand by disadvantaged people. We are working not only in infrastructure but also in the development of education and healthcare, and we remain committed to continuing our efforts in this region.”

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Winter Clothes, Blankets, and Sewing Machines Distributed to Underprivileged Students in Char Areas

In a significant initiative to support underprivileged students, Shushilan, with funding from Human Concern International (HCI) under the Child Sponsorship Program (CSP), distributed winter clothes, blankets, and sewing machines in the remote char areas of the Jamuna River, Tangail.

A distribution event was held at Shushua Asatunnesa Dakhil Madrasa, where 89 underprivileged students received jackets and blankets to help them endure the winter season. Additionally, 8 students from extremely poor families were provided with sewing machines to promote self-reliance and livelihood opportunities. 

The event took place on Tuesday, December 31, at 11:00 AM, under the supervision of Shushilan’s Deputy Director, Mustafa Bakuluzzaman.

Throughout the year, with the support of HCI, the program conducted awareness sessions focusing on health, prevention of child marriage, safe water access, and gender equality. These sessions involved students, parents, local imams, and community leaders.

As part of the initiative, students at the madrasa received educational materials, Eid clothing and food packages, sports equipment, midday meals, and sanitary napkins. A free medical camp was also organized, providing medical consultations and distributing medicines through specialist doctors.

Prominent attendees at the event included Md. Ariful Islam, Shushilan representative; Abdul Bari, Superintendent of Asatunnesa Dakhil Madrasa; Md. Mominur Rahman, President of Shushua Welfare Association; Ruma Khatun, Field Facilitator; and Rashida Begum, Volunteer.

This initiative highlights the ongoing efforts of Shushilan and HCI to enhance the quality of life and educational opportunities for students of Asatunnesa Dakhil Madrasa and vulnerable children in remote char communities.

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