The Dhonagoda River in Kali Bazar area of Matlab North upazila, Chandpur, has become virtually unusable due to dense water hyacinth, illegal structures, and encroachment, halting all boat movement. The five-kilometer stretch from Srirayer Char Bridge to Kali Bazar is completely blocked, leaving eight launch terminals inactive. Locals and students now cross the river using makeshift bamboo bridges, risking their safety daily.
Residents report that illegal fishing traps along both banks have obstructed the river’s natural flow, causing water hyacinth to accumulate and turn the river into a green wasteland. The river once served as a vital trade route connecting Matlab North, Matlab South, Gazaria, and Daudkandi with Dhaka, Munshiganj, and Narayanganj, but now stands nearly dead due to pollution and unplanned occupation.
Local authorities have acknowledged the issue. Matlab North Upazila Nirbahi Officer Mahamuda Kulsum Moni stated that the matter is under review and coordination is underway with relevant departments to remove water hyacinth, clear illegal structures, and restore navigability.
শেখ ওমর ফারুক, মতলব উত্তর (চাঁদপুর) প্রকাশ : ৩০ জানুয়ারি ২০২৬, ১০: ৫৫আপডেট : ৩০ জানুয়ারি ২০২৬, ১১: ০৮ শেখ ওমর ফারুক, মতলব উত্তর (চাঁদপুর) চাঁদপুরের মতলব উত্তর উপজেলার কালীর বাজার এলাকায় ধনাগোদা নদী এখন কার্যত অচল। কচুরিপানা জমাট, অবৈধ স্থাপনা ও দখল
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