US to help build multi-purpose shelters in Sidr-affected areas

The United States government will build four multi-purpose cyclone shelters in the Sidr affected areas of Khulna and Barisal under a humanitarian assistance project.
These are the first four of 24 cyclone shelters funded by the US Pacific Command. The shelters will be used as schools when not required for emergencies.
Groundbreaking for the four shelters started on Sunday in Deuli Palli Mongal High School in Mirzaganj Upazila, Pahkimara PV High School in Kalapara Upazila, and AC Lala High Schools and Khoalia Abdul Rashid Khan College in Morrelganj Upazila.
The project is part of an agreement between the United States and Bangladesh that provides US$ 4.3 million for the construction of the multi-purpose cyclone shelters and bridges.
The US government is also providing US$ 100 million in funds for emergency relief, rehabilitation, and sustainable development in Sidr affected areas.