Dhaka, July 15 -- The death toll from floods and landslides triggered by heavy rainfall in seven districts of the country has risen to 57 with three more deaths in the last 24 hours till Wednesday, according to the Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief.

In an update on Wednesday, it said 111 shelters have been opened in the affected areas, where 4,079 people are currently staying.

State Minister Aninda Islam pledges equal support for all flood victims in Bandarban

According to the ministry, seven districts - Khagrachhari, Rangamati, Bandarban, Cox's Bazar, Chattogram, Moulvibazar and Habiganj - remain affected by floods.

A total of 57 upazilas, 334 unions and nine municipalities in these districts have been inundated.

Of the fat...