Over 300 tourists rescued after launch stranded in Meghna River near Char Abdullah, Ramgati

On May 29, 2026, a launch carrying over 300 tourists became stranded in the Meghna River near Char Abdullah and Char Gazaria in Ramgati, Lakshmipur, due to a severe storm. A joint rescue operation involving the local administration, police, Coast Guard, and River Police successfully evacuated all passengers by early Saturday morning.