In the Gaibandha-5 (Saghata-Fulchhari) constituency, voters from the riverine char areas are expected to play a decisive role in the upcoming national election. The main issues dominating local discussions are the prevention of river erosion and the improvement of living standards through infrastructure development. Residents of the eight char unions along the Brahmaputra and Jamuna rivers have long suffered from annual erosion that destroys homes, farmland, schools, and markets, leaving many families displaced.

Local voters say they will support candidates who promise permanent and effective solutions to these problems. BNP candidate Faruk Alam Sarkar has pledged to prioritize riverbank protection, agricultural growth, and the establishment of police stations and tourism centers. Jamaat candidate Abdul Warres has promised to build livestock centers, hospitals, and educational institutions, and to construct a bridge or tunnel between Balashi and Bahadurabad. Despite the region’s agricultural potential, poor communication, lack of healthcare, and inadequate education remain major concerns.

Observers believe that sustainable river management and char development will determine the outcome of the Gaibandha-5 election.