Bangladesh, Aug. 18 -- The commitment of overseas funds for local non-governmental organisations rose significantly last fiscal year, lifted by increased support for Rohingya refugees.
More than 723,000 Rohingya have fled to Bangladesh from Myanmar since 25 August 2017 after brutal military clampdown, according to the United Nations. Bangladesh authorities gave them shelter in Cox's Bazar and surrounding sub-districts.
In fiscal year 2018-19, the amount climbed by around 30 per cent compared to a year earlier.
NGOs in Bangladesh got aid commitment of Tk 91.18 billion from international donors to implement various projects, including those for the rehabilitation of the Rohingya.
The commitment was Tk 70.22 billion from the donors during ...