Kurigram Flood Conditions Improve as Rivers’ Water Levels Drop

The bulk of the district's rivers have reduced water levels as a result, and the overall flood situation in Kurigram has started to improve.

Except for the Dudhkumar River, all the rivers in Kurigram, including the Teesta, Brahmaputra, and Dharla, are currently flowing below the danger threshold.

However, as families have been cut off by floodwater for 4-5 days, there is a shortage of dry food and clean water. Additionally, fuel and animal feed are in low supply. The water is also depriving them of sanitary services.

According to the district relief and rehabilitation office,185 villages of 45 unions under the district have been affected by the ongoing flood. As many as 62,880 people have become victims of river erosion and floods.

Additionally, five educational institutions were completely damaged and two were partially damaged.

Deputy Commissioner Mohammad Saidul Arif said 650 metric tonnes of rice and Tk 10 lakh in cash have been allocated for the flood victims. Of these, 275 metric tonnes of rice and Tk 9 lakh have been disbursed already.

“In addition, 361 temporary and 18 permanent shelters are ready for the flood affected people. We have 275 shallow boats ready, including four rescue boats, to rescue the flood victims. We are ready to deal with any kind of emergency,” he added.