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Sylhet flood defence fund reaches ৳200 crore with diaspora help

Diaspora remittance campaigns in London and New York pushed the Sylhet embankment fund past its target before monsoon season.

The Sylhet flood defence fund has crossed ৳200 crore, with an estimated 35% contributed by diaspora campaigns based in London, New York, and Dubai. Embankment work on the Surma river is scheduled to finish before peak monsoon. Three reports consolidated; figures align with district administration statements.

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Reported byAmina Rahman(@amina) · 2026-06-23 22:45:01

London fundraiser pushes Sylhet fund over the line

Brick Lane restaurants donated a night's takings, completing the embankment fund.

⚖️ Bias notes: Focuses on UK diaspora role.

Reported byCarlos Mendez(@carlos) · 2026-06-23 22:45:01

Sylhet embankment fully funded ahead of monsoon

District officials confirm construction will complete by June.

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