Severe flooding in Daulatpur, Kushtia: 80,000 people waterlogged, persistent impacts and aid efforts

Beginning on September 2, 2026, rising water levels in the Padma River have caused persistent flooding in Daulatpur, Kushtia. Approximately 80,000 people remain waterlogged across several unions including Ramkrishnapur, Chilmari, Philipnagar, and Moricha, with 28 schools closed and significant agricultural damage reported (470 hectares). Local administration is actively monitoring the situation, providing relief, and ensuring medical support for the affected families.