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NARAYANGANJ, Aug 18, 2026 (BSS) - Disaster Management and Relief Minister Asadul Habib Dulu has said the government is committed to protecting people's lives and livelihoods, reducing disaster risks and building a safe, prosperous and green Bangladesh.

"Our journey will move forward more firmly in the coming days with the people," he said.

The minister made the remarks while addressing a ceremony as the chief guest at Narayanganj Dockyard today, where 11 rescue boats were handed over on behalf of the ministry, with one boat allocated to each of the country's 11 coastal districts.

Dulu said coastal areas frequently face storms, tidal surges and floods, leaving people vulnerable to recurring disasters.

The Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief stands beside the coastal people to keep them in safe shelters during such crises, he added.

Japanese Ambassador to Bangladesh SAIDA Shinichi, State Minister for Disaster Management and Relief M. Iqbal Hossain, MP Abul Kalam, Secretary of the Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief Mohammad Saiful Islam and JICA Bangladesh Office Chief Representative TAKAHASHI Junko addressed the programme as special guests.