- The Executive Committee approved the Padma Barrage, while Farakka Barrage diversion caused water shortages, driving geopolitical tension over the Padma River.
- Land reclamation efforts are underway in the river basin of the Padma River.
Rajshahi faces an acute water crisis as the city relies on the Padma River for a new treatment plant amidst ongoing infrastructure projects in Bangladesh.
4 reports, 2 independent
Updated Sep 8
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What happened
Rajshahi faces an acute water crisis as the city relies on the Padma River for a new treatment plant amidst ongoing infrastructure projects in Bangladesh.
Who's involved
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The entities involved
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Rajshahi
metropolitan city in Western Bangladesh
Nothing else this week.
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Padma River
major river in Bangladesh
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Bangladesh
country in South Asia
Related events
- River Padma is a feature of Bangladesh.
- The government of Bangladesh, led by Tarique Rahman, is currently operating under the directives of the Prime Minister, while the northern district faces water concerns.
- Farzana Sharmin addresses flood-affected communities along the Padma River in Natore, speaking on behalf of the Prime Minister regarding national goals.
- A major energy project has been announced originating from Nyingchi, involving a shared river system that sustains agriculture and affects downstream interests.
- The Ichamati River Rejuvenation Project is underway, involving work in Pabna and Rajshahi.
Coverage
Newest first; wire copies grouped- bssnews.net
- hindustantimes.com
- bssnews.net
- bssnews.netRajshahi city residents to get 200 million liters of drinking water next year | Special Stories