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As of 28 February, there are 1,006,107 displaced people from Myanmar living in camp settlements, including 36,785 who have been relocated to Bhashanchar Island. The population is comprised of 51% females and 49% males, with 52% being children, 44% adults, and 4% older persons. Additionally, 7.84% of the population consists of extremely vulnerable individuals (EVIs), including 4.78% who are people with disabilities (PWDs). Due to the unstable border situation, many people fleeing from Rakhine to Cox’s Bazar are staying with friends and relatives within the camps. Currently, around 79,000 new arrivals are living in camps with limited resources and sharing food, shelter, and accessing health services. The crisis has been ongoing, putting a strain on available resources, while frequent multi-hazard events (such as cyclones, heavy rainfall, floods, landslides, and fires) have exacerbated the living conditions for both the displaced individuals in the camps and the host communities. Humanitarian efforts are concentrated on meeting the basic needs of these affected populations and enhancing their resilience. Building social cohesion among the displaced and host communities and building the socio-economic development of the host community has been integral to refugee operations.
The security situation in Cox’s Bazar was unstable in February, marked by cross-border tensions and rising criminal activities. Landmine explosions, kidnappings, and civil unrest affected local movement, while incidents of drug offences remained a concern. The Border Guard Bangladesh and the Coast Guard are on high alert to address security threats. New criminal groups are emerging, increasing the risk of violence and abductions, particularly in Teknaf. There were incidents of gunfire in Camps 26 and 27 when BDRC and IFRC shelter teams were assisting the camp population to repair the damaged shelters. The team diligently completed the task, ensuring the safety and well-being of the team members.