Letters to the Editor
Small contribution with a big impact
Wednesday, 15 January 2025
Winter in Bangladesh poses severe challenges to the underprivileged, particularly in the northern regions and urban homeless populations who suffer from the lack of warm clothes. Children and the elderly are especially vulnerable to cold-related illnesses.
While individuals and organisations strive to provide temporary relief by distributing winter clothes, food, and medical aid, these efforts often fall short of addressing the root causes of such hardships. Long-term solutions, such as improving living standards, creating employment opportunities, and ensuring secure housing, are vital to alleviating this seasonal crisis permanently.
In recent times, social media platforms have become powerful tools for fundraising and mobilising aid. Even a small contribution from individuals can significantly impact the lives of those in need.
Let us respond to the call of humanity by fostering empathy and compassion. Together, we can make a difference by standing by those less fortunate during these harsh winter months.
Maliha Mehnaj
Student
Institute of Education and Research
Jagannath University, Dhaka
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