Up to 8 MMT of Boro paddy had been destroyed by the latest bout of monsoon floods that inundated several districts. Govt is thinking of importing two million tons of rice, to compensate for the shortage caused by the recent rain and flood in various parts of the country. A total of 12-14 MMT of rice had been damaged as well, causing a rather significant deficiency. As the flood has dispersed many families out of their homes, the demand for food and shelter has increased. The government is aware of this situation and hopes to make up for the shortage of food.