Prime Minister's Disaster Relief Fund balance reaches Rs 13.54 billion

Summary

The balance in the Prime Minister's Disaster Relief Fund has reached Rs 13.54 billion as contributions continue to arrive. The government has already released Rs 1 billion through the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority for flood victims.

Key Points
  • The Prime Minister's Disaster Relief Fund balance has climbed to Rs 13.54 billion, according to the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers.
  • Rs 28.20 million was deposited after 5pm on September 11, and the money is held across nine banks.
  • The government has released Rs 1 billion from the fund through the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority for flood victims.
  • Dollar accounts linked to the fund now hold $23.44 million after an additional $154,770 was deposited.
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