Erosion Takes Serious Turn as Teesta Water Recedes

In just one day, the water of Teesta rose and crossed the danger line. The Teesta Barrage Flood Bypass Dam, Kakina-Rangpur Bypass Road and several local roads were damaged. The local communication and power system became disconnected.

At 8 am on Thursday (October 21), water was flowing 30 cm below the danger level at Dowani Barrage Point, said water meter man Ruhul Islam.

The Water Development Board, Dimla, said the Teesta water flow suddenly increased on Wednesday (October 20). The water flow was recorded on that day at 80 cm above the danger level. In other words, the water level stood at 53.30 meters. The danger level of water flow at Teesta Dowani Barrage Point was 52.70 meters and the previous record was 53.15 meters. Wednesday's water flow surpassed all past records.

A red alert was also issued due to the rising waters of the Teesta. At the same time, emergency relief assistance was allocated by the district administration. Water Development Board, Upazila Administration SP (B Circle) and Thana Police team visited the flood affected areas. Lalmonirhat Deputy Commissioner Abu Jafar and Rangpur's Gangachara constituency MP Mashiur Rahman Ranga inspected the Mahipur-Rangpur road at 1am on Wednesday.

Meanwhile, it has been seen on the ground that early maize, ripe paddy, early varieties of spices and vegetables have been submerged. Some ponds have also been washed away.

Deputy Commissioner Abu Zafar said, we have visited the flood-affected areas. Union councils have been instructed. Emergency boats have been provided in the floodplains in the lower reaches. We have made all preparations to deal with any emergency.