|| Cox’s Bazar Correspondent: ISDE Bangladesh has distributed food packages to 500 low-income and disaster-vulnerable families in Chiringa Union of Chakaria Upazila, Cox’s Bazar. The aid was handed over on Sunday, June 7, at the Chiringa Union Parishad premises.The program is funded by Saudi Arabia’s King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre and implemented by ISDE Bangladesh. Organizers said the initiative aims to support food-insecure households and provide temporary relief amid rising costs of essentials.Local representatives, government officials, and dignitaries attended the distribution. They included Chiringa Union Parishad Secretary and Administrative Officer Nuruddin Sohel, former Administrative Officer Ataul Gani Parvez, Union members M. Liaquat Ali from Ward 2 and Md. Ismail from Ward 9, and reserved women member Ruhana Begum covering Wards 5, 6, and 7.From ISDE Bangladesh, Program Coordinator Jahangir Alam, Upazila Manager Jalal Uddin, Project Officer Taj Uddin, and other team members were present.Speaking at the event, Nuruddin Sohel said, “In the current economic situation, many families are struggling to meet daily needs. This kind of humanitarian support eases their hardship and gives them hope.”Ataul Gani Parvez added, “Standing beside disadvantaged people is a noble initiative. Alongside government efforts, such activities by NGOs play a vital role for poor communities.”ISDE Bangladesh Program Coordinator Jahangir Alam noted, “We have been running humanitarian programs across Cox’s Bazar for years. With support from local administration and public representatives, we can reach the real beneficiaries. This work will continue in the future.”Beneficiaries expressed gratitude. Local resident Hazera Begum said, “My house recently burned down and prices of daily goods have gone up. This support will help my family a lot.” Another beneficiary, Mohammad Yunus, said, “With fewer work opportunities, I was worried about my family. This food aid has given me some relief.”ISDE Bangladesh added that, prior to this, it has distributed food assistance to 34,525 beneficiaries in remote host communities and Rohingya refugee camps. The organization says it will keep working to ensure food security for disaster-prone and at-risk populations.