Dhaka, Bangladesh – When Ekramul Haque received a call from his uncle about their flooded ancestral home in Feni district, he knew he had to act fast. Despite the challenges, Haque embarked on rescue missions to help his stranded relatives and villagers. With makeshift rafts failing and roads submerged, Haque and his team eventually reached the flooded area, providing aid to those in need.
Delivering relief supplies
As the floodwaters recede, the urgent need for food, clean water, medicines, and clothing becomes critical, especially in remote areas like Haque’s village. The monsoon floods, unprecedented in some regions, have affected millions of people in Bangladesh and India, leading to a surge in anti-Indian sentiment.
Anti-Indian sentiment
The flood crisis has escalated tensions between Bangladesh and India, with accusations of deliberate water release exacerbating the disaster. Despite differing explanations, the impact on communities remains devastating, with destroyed homes and livelihoods adding to the urgency of relief efforts.
Destroyed homes and crops
The devastation caused by the floods highlights the vulnerability of communities in the region, with factors like heavy rainfall and poor drainage exacerbating the crisis. As families grapple with the loss of homes and livelihoods, the need for assistance and long-term solutions becomes increasingly urgent.