Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh

The Government of Bangladesh officially granted permission to distribute Qurbani meat to Rohingya refugees in Cox’s Bazar on May 24. This decision brings vital relief to families facing severe global funding shortages and humanitarian aid cuts. The Office of the Refugee Relief and Repatriation Commissioner issued a special notice to regulate the entire process. International and local aid agencies received authorization to manage the distribution within designated camp areas.

Islamic Relief Bangladesh and the Bangladesh Red Crescent Society will lead the distribution network. Muslim Hands will also participate to ensure every registered family receives an equal share. Consequently, each selected Rohingya refugee family will receive exactly one kilogram of meat. The authority established strict guidelines to maintain absolute order during the upcoming Eid-ul-Adha celebrations.

Aid agencies must handle all expenses regarding animal procurement, transportation, and slaughtering independently. Furthermore, they must coordinate every activity directly with the camp administration. Officials ordered the immediate removal of all waste to protect public health in these densely populated areas. Therefore, workers will clean the locations using bleaching powder and disinfectants right after the slaughtering process.

The initiative highlights the continuous humanitarian commitment of Bangladesh towards the displaced Rohingya population. This organized distribution will significantly improve food security during the festive season. Ultimately, the successful execution of this program depends on close cooperation between the camp in-charges and volunteer groups. The structured approach guarantees that the vulnerable families celebrate the holiday with dignity.