On Saturday, July 4, 2026, severe riverbank erosion from the Brahmaputra and Jamuna rivers struck South Kanchipara and Kholaihara villages in Fulchhari, Gaibandha. At least 20 families lost their homes, agricultural land, and vegetation to the river. Locals expressed frustration over the delay in implementing promised anti-erosion measures.
Flood category
Overbank Flood
River
Brahmaputra and Jamuna River