Flood victims deserve better

Every year, a large number of people are affected by floods in Bangladesh, particularly in the north-east part of the country. And this year has not been any different. Nearly two million people have already been hit by floods. Some of the areas in Sylhet and Sunamganj have been under water for weeks now. With the water levels of the Surma and Kushiyara rivers receding, the impact of the floods has become more visible. Hundreds of people are still marooned in flooded areas, and they are living miserable lives there. According to locals, the funds disbursed for the victims are also not reaching the targeted people due to mismanagement.

Providing proper relief for flood victims should be a prime focus for the government. Long-term policymaking and sustainable initiatives must be considered to prevent floods from endangering people in the future. Citizens in privileged positions should also extend a helping hand to these flood-hit people who have to deal with this horrible state of affairs every year.

Badsha Faysal,

Jurain, Dhaka,

badshafaysal1998@gmail.com