The once turbulent Brahmaputra River is now suffering from
navigability problems. Sandbars have emerged across the river. Water depth has
decreased and the number of fish has also declined. More than 100 fishermen
living along the river in Kurigram are facing hardship. Many of them are
turning to other occupations to support their families.
Those concerned say climate change and changing weather
patterns have brought major changes to the river’s natural environment. This is
disrupting fis...
