Grameenphone has been actively supporting distressed communities during disaster times.

Compassion in Crisis: Our Commitment to Support Community RecoverySince its inception, Grameenphone has been actively supporting distressed communities during disaster times. Grameenphone extended its support during numerous calamities such as Cyclones SIDR and AILA, the Rana Plaza collapse, landslides, cold waves, and various floods. During COVID-19, Grameenphone massively supported the affected community and frontliners. Over the years, Grameenphone's support has impacted over a million individuals across the country.Major Interventions<ul type="disc"><li>Cyclones SIDR and AILA: Besides providing relief and cash support to the Chief Advisor's fund, Grameenphone constructed four school-cum-cyclone shelters named 'Alookdweep' as a long-term solution to save lives during cyclones.</li><li>Rana Plaza Collapse: Beyond various forms of relief efforts, the company rehabilitated 300 affected individuals by offering them opportunities to become Grameenphone FlexiLoad retailers.</li><li>Countrywide Flood in 2017: Through the Bangladesh Red Crescent Society, Grameenphone provided clean drinking water, relief, and medical consultation with free medicine, supporting more than 300,000 individuals across 31 districts.</li></ul>COVID-19 Response<ul type="disc"><li>Medical Grade PPE: The company provided 50,000 sets of medical-grade PPE (KN95 masks, protective coveralls, latex gloves, and goggles) for frontline medical professionals.</li><li>Dakche Amar Desh Campaign: In collaboration with BRAC, Grameenphone supported over 133,300 families affected by the lockdown, inspiring other organizations and individuals to contribute.</li></ul>Continued Support<ul type="disc"><li>2020 Flood Relief: Partnered with the Bangladesh Red Crescent Society to support 100,000 families suffering from prolonged floods during the COVID situation.</li><li>Chattogram Flash Flood in 2023: Provided food relief to 10,000 families, fresh drinking water, and medical consultancy with free medicine.</li><li>Cyclone Remal and Flood in Feni in 2024: Offered food relief to 20,000 families, medical consultancy with free medicine to more than 10,000 individuals, and fresh drinking water to over 20,000 households.</li></ul>

<div class="custom-page-basic-font-size source-sans-pro">Bangladesh at 50 years is a changed Bangladesh. Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the father of the nation, called Bangladesh the Golden Bengal and the people of this country with immense potential. He has showed us the dream of a golden Bengal, which will be a state free from hunger and poverty, a prosperous state that will stand with pride on the globe.  &nbsp;From 1971 to 2021, Bangladesh is progressing at a accelerated pace, surprising the whole world. The one-time bottomless basket is now seen by everyone as a role model for development. Even the Corona pandemic has set a unique example for the way Bangladesh has bravely handled the situation. Our Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is a shining example of demonstrating far-reaching strong leadership and unstoppable will. She has been working tirelessly to change the destiny of our people. In recent years, Bangladesh has achieved significant social and economic success. &nbsp;Based on our growing productivity, we have achieved an average growth rate of 7.8% over the last decade. Not only that, Bangladesh has also set a shining example of progress in a number of human development indicators, including adult literacy, life expectancy and gender. &nbsp;Appreciation to Hon'ble Prime Minister. Under your strong leadership, our country is on a high growth trajectory today, tackling extreme poverty, improving our livelihood, we have got a digital Bangladesh and above all our country has emerged from the least developed country segment to the middle income country. It is a moment of extraordinary pride as a Bengali. &nbsp;The progress of this development did not come suddenly, there are various long-term plans behind it. From the very beginning, the Government of Bangladesh has taken Vision 2021, Bangladesh Perspective Plan 2010-2021 and Sixth and Seventh Five Year Plans. As a result, we are seeing today a decade-long GDP growth of 7.8%. &nbsp;While the world has been plagued by Corona outbreaks, we are dealing with our limited resources with visibly great success. Under the leadership of our government, we have all tried to cooperate from our respective fields. During the Corona period, food was provided to the poor in a country of 160 million people, and efforts were made to provide security for the unemployed. So far, our vaccination program has been very efficient and well-received. The Hon'ble Prime Minister has not only provided vaccinations for us but has also inspired everyone to handle the situation with necessary protection. &nbsp;I believe an unprecedented time awaits us. The development that Bangladesh has set for itself in the next two decades is also far-sighted and courageous. Progressive Development will take place in agriculture, industry and commerce, education and health, transportation and communication systems, and operations and business management. To carry this we have a new direction which is the vision of the government of Bangladesh 2041. If this is implemented, the face of our country will change radically and we will be known as a developed country. Over the next two decades, our GDP growth rate will continue to rise and we will be able to get rid of extreme poverty forever. &nbsp;But the goal we are moving forward with is a much bigger and courageous goal. It may seem very ambitious at first glance but it is true that our goal of becoming a developing country at one time had also seemed very ambitious; But which we have already achieved. So I believe it is not impossible. There are many challenges, many risks in the way of achieving the goals of our perspective plan. There will be many obstacles in this long journey that we have to face. This will require strong economic and political foresight and well-thought-out strong action. And to that end, under the leadership of the government, we must all come forward together - the private sector and development partners. &nbsp;Creating employment for our young society is a vital task to continue our economic progress and maintain this continuity of growth. A major part of our population is young, about 2.8 million young people are looking for employment every year and this number is increasing each year. To the naked eye it may seem like a problem, but I see it as a possibility, our population dividend stands a sea of opportunities in front of us. To convert this working population into active human resources who can be the biggest contributors to take the economy beyond achievements of GDP target level. But we also need to keep in mind that this opportunity is limited. As the overall age of our young population increases over the next 20 years, we will be deprived of those benefits if we do not take advantage of this opportunity in time. &nbsp;For this we need to design not just one program but multiple connected programs which will be managed with the joint efforts of all of us. Everyone here must come forward for our next generation. All our efforts may not be successful, but in any difficult endeavor we either win or we learn. In this journey we hope that at some point we will be able to achieve something that will become a model not only for our youth but for the whole world. Millions of young people today are waiting for employment. They will be the next Bangladesh. They will be the economic driving force of the future.</div>

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<div class="custom-page-basic-font-size source-sans-pro">Grameenphone completed the enhancement of its deep-sea network capacity in the Bay of Bengal. As a result of the wider mobile network range, fishermen and commuters on the deep sea will now be able to communicate through GP with the mainland.We are providing this deep-sea network coverage from the point of Cox’s Bazar, Kuakata, Char Kukrimukri in Bhola, and Char Montaz in Patuakhali, up to 38 km from the Bangladesh coastlineFrom the currently available data, more than 500 vessel units use Grameenphone’s services to connect with the mainland. With this advancement, we once again reiterate its promise to empower societies through connectivity solutions.Every year the coastal area faces a lot of natural disasters such as cyclones, tornadoes and tidal waves which results in loss of lives as well as damage in the economy. The average loss per year can accumulate up to BDT 45 billion due to these natural disasters. Apart from natural disasters, pirate activities also hamper the livelihoods of fishermen and commuters.This network development is poised to aid these bread earners and commuters at sea and keep them safe with prompt communication with relevant authorities and with their families.</div>

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 In the dynamic growth landscape of Bangladesh, where digital transformation plays a pivotal role, it is important to understand, as we journey forward, how we can create an all-inclusive experience for all, especially vulnerable communities. Spearheaded by Grameenphone in collaboration with Plan International, a baseline survey on vulnerable communities shines a spotlight on digital behavior, emerging digital divides and their impact on societal inequalities.
 
 
 Covering 17 districts, the survey explores the digital needs of diverse, marginalized communities, ranging from ethnic and religious minorities to tea garden workers and climate-affected populations. With both quantitative and qualitative insights gathered from 4,800 respondents, Focus Group Discussions, and Key Informant Interviews, this survey is pivotal in addressing digital inclusion gaps within the country. Grameenphone’s unwavering commitment reflects their dedication to advancing digital inclusion, ensuring a brighter, more inclusive digital future for Bangladesh. Detail report will shed
 
 
 
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