Severe riverbank erosion by the Teesta River in Bidyananda Union, Rajarhat, Kurigram, has caused significant displacement. From late June 2026 through July 2026, over 25 homes were lost, with critical infrastructure and many families, including vulnerable individuals, left destitute and facing immediate food insecurity.
Flood category
Overbank Flood
River
Teesta River
District or Upazila level government authorities
Distribution of 7 metric tons of rice and dry food to affected families.
Other response agencies
Geobag deployment to prevent further erosion.