The COVID-19 outbreak has taken its toll on nations across the globe. In Bangladesh the low income demographic particularly is being hit hard by this pandemic.
In support of this vulnerable segment of people during this humanitarian crisis, Marico Bangladesh Limited and the Federation of Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce and Industries (FBCCI) have jointly taken an initiative to provide food relief to 5000 low-income families in Sreepur and Kaliakair Upazilas of Gazipur.
With the help of Gazipur Deputy Commissioner and the local administration, food relief packages will be distributed to each of these 5000 families comprising of rice, lentils, oil, salt, and other necessary food items. Starting on April 23, Thursday, the food distribution will continue throughout the month.
Speaking on this initiative, Ashish Goupal, Managing Director of Marico Bangladesh Limited said, "We are operating factories at Sreepur and Kaliakair for a long time now. We have a close relationship with and a responsibility towards the surrounding community which needs our help.”
Sheikh Fazle Fahim, President, Federation of Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce and Industries stated, “FBCCI appreciates this initiative by Marico to stand beside the people of Gazipur. We believe this initiative will inspire others to come forward for such causes.
I express my sincere gratitude and thanks towards Anwar Sadat- FBCCI Director, Gazipur, Ashish Goupal -Managing Director of Marico Bangladesh, the Gazipur Deputy Commissioner and all other concerned individuals.”
Mohammad Anwar Sadat Sarker, FBCCI Director, Gazipur Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Managing Director of Paramount Impex Ltd, said, “Millions of workers live at the industrial zone of Gazipur.
Most of them are now unemployed due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Marico and FBCCI have jointly taken this initiative to assist these families. At least 5,000 families will get relief through this program. I feel proud to be a part of this.”
