The Government of Bangladesh is providing urgent humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan in the wake of a devastating earthquake that hit the eastern region of the country on September 1, resulting in the deaths of over 1,400 individuals and injuring more than 3,000 others.

The calamity has also resulted in the complete destruction of more than 8,000 homes, leading to a significant humanitarian crisis in the impacted areas.

In light of this tragedy, and under the specific directive of the Chief Adviser, Bangladesh is set to send relief supplies to Afghanistan on September 5.

According to a press release from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued on Thursday night, the aid will be delivered via a special flight operated by the Bangladesh Air Force.

The relief package comprises dry food, baby food, blankets, winter clothing, tents, drinking water, and vital medicines.

This initiative has been organized through collaborative efforts involving the Office of the Chief Adviser, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief, the Ministry of Health, the Armed Forces Division, the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA), Essential Drugs Company Limited, and PRAN-RFL Group.

Previously, in 2022, Bangladesh provided humanitarian aid to Afghanistan following a similar earthquake, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to regional solidarity and humanitarian assistance.