Sudden Riverbank Erosion along the Teesta River in Gangachara

On the night of September 12, 2026, sudden riverbank erosion occurred along the Teesta River in Gangachara, Rangpur, stretching from Kolkond Union to Chilakhal school. The incident caused significant panic among residents regarding the potential loss of homesteads, agricultural land, and livelihoods, prompting local political leaders to visit the area to document the residents' demands for permanent erosion protection.