As another flood season looms, ground realities buck official preparedness claimsThe monsoon clouds are gathering once again to reignite fears for many like Arman Hossain of Cumilla, who still shudders recalling the devastation of last year’s sudden floods. In response, India’s Ministry of External Affairs said heavy rainfall across Tripura and nearby Bangladeshi districts from Aug 21 had caused a natural overflow at the dam. Being prepared can save lives.”Prof Mohammad Moniruzzaman Khan of Dhaka University’s Institute of Disaster Management told bdnews24.com that no relevant government ministry or department has sought advice or consultation from disaster management experts. “If a flood of the same scale hits again, the outcome could be devastating.”He criticised the lack of training, awareness, and research following the Feni flood. KM Abdul Wadud, additional secretary of the disaster management and relief ministry, told bdnews24.com: Floods don’t happen suddenly --there’s always a forecast.

Source: bd News24 June 20, 2025 21:11 UTC