The biometric registration centre in Ukhiya-Kutupalong Rohingya camp was found empty since this morning due to heavy rain and adverse weather. While some Rohingya refugees have registered, officials believe the centre may see a crowd in the afternoon. Major Reza, coordinator for the Ukhiya-Kutupalong Rohingya camp biometric registration centre, blamed weather conditions for the depreciating number of refugees at the centres. Bangladesh government initiated the biometric registration system on September 11, to ensure the accurate number and identity of the Rohingya. There are six centres in Kutupalong and four centres in Teknaf, Nayapara which are currently active.

Source: Dhaka Tribune September 19, 2017 09:11 UTC