Hundreds of families in Banshkhali suffer from waterlogging due to damaged sluice gates

In Puichhari Union of Banshkhali, damaged sluice gates at the Tekpara Chhemotkhali and Arabshah Ghona Futkhali canals have allowed tidal water to flood residential areas, agricultural lands, and roads. More than 4,000 residents are experiencing severe hardship due to the prolonged artificial waterlogging, which is exacerbated by illegal fishing activities obstructing the gates. Despite repeated complaints, the local administration and the Water Development Board have yet to initiate effective repairs.