There were supposed to be 28 scientific officers, but currently, there is not a single one. Yet, it was through their hands that model studies for major infrastructure projects like the Padma, Jamuna Rail, Lalon Shah, and Payra bridges were conducted. Technical testing and experiments were also carried out by them. These officers of the River Research Institute (RRI) in Faridpur used to play a crucial role in the country's river and water resource management. However, due to a manpower crisis an...
