Residents along the Teesta and Dharla rivers in Lalmonirhat are struggling to survive on limited government and NGO relief as recurring floods and river erosion devastate their livelihoods. Many families, including those in the char areas, depend entirely on aid, yet say it is insufficient to sustain them. Locals repeatedly express a single demand: they want work opportunities rather than relief handouts.
The situation has worsened due to fluctuating water levels caused by heavy rainfall in India’s upstream regions and the opening of the Gajoldoba Barrage gates in West Bengal. This has led to flooding across several northern districts of Bangladesh, submerging roads, croplands, and putting flood control embankments at risk. The Water Development Board reports that Teesta’s water flow at Dalia Point rose above danger level on Tuesday but slightly receded the next day.
Officials say the situation is being closely monitored, with warnings issued to low-lying residents. Locals remain hopeful that the long-promised Teesta Master Plan will be implemented to create employment and resolve chronic water management problems.
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