Heavy rainfall and floodwaters from India have caused the Teesta River to swell rapidly, submerging low-lying and char areas in Lalmonirhat district. According to the Water Development Board, the river’s water level rose by about 80 centimeters in 24 hours and fluctuated near the danger mark. At Dalia Barrage, the water flowed six centimeters below the danger level on Friday morning after remaining above it overnight. To maintain normal flow, all 44 sluice gates of the barrage have been opened.
Officials warned that continued heavy to very heavy rainfall in northern Bangladesh and adjoining upstream regions could cause the Teesta, Dharla, and Dudhkumar rivers to rise further, possibly crossing danger levels temporarily. Residents along the riverbanks in several unions of Lalmonirhat, Kaliganj, and Hatibandha have become waterlogged, with crop fields already submerged.
Local residents expressed frustration, alleging that India releases water from the Gajoldoba Barrage without prior notice, worsening floods downstream. They demanded prior announcements before water release and urged immediate implementation of the long-promised Teesta Master Plan to prevent recurring flood damage.
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