Bangladesh's Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has launched a riverfront development project along the Surma River in Sylhet district aimed at constructing flood protection infrastructure and enhancing river banks. This initiative is part of broader efforts to mitigate flood damage in the Ganga-Brahmaputra delta region, which has recently seen over 2 million people affected by flash floods.

• 01Prime Minister Tarique Rahman initiated a riverfront development project in Sylhet district.
• 02The project aims to construct flood protection infrastructure along the Surma River.
• 03Over 2 million people were affected by flash floods in the Sylhet division in 2024.
• 04Re-excavation of the Basia River will improve irrigation and reduce flood risks.
• 05The initiative is part of efforts to strengthen urban infrastructure in riverine areas.

The project will enhance flood protection and improve irrigation facilities, directly benefiting local farmers and residents in Sylhet.