Major rivers in Sylhet dying for siltation

Major rivers and their tributaries in greater Sylhet region see gradual decrease in their flow due to massive siltation in absence of planned dredging, causing a serious threat to the environment in the region.

Hundreds of shoals have emerged in Surma, Kushiyara, Khowai, Dholai, Monu, Kalni and Piain rivers and their tributaries as their flow reduced drastically, said experts and officials of Bangladesh Water Development Board (BWDB).

Most of the rivers flowing through Sunamganj, Habiganj, Moulvibazar and Sylhet districts have virtually turned into narrow streams..... read more