Floods inundated major roads and caused damage to nearly 4.5 million people in Bangladesh as heavy monsoon rains wreak havoc across the region. Officials reported that around 300,000 residents are currently in temporary shelters, while the death toll has risen to at least 42, with many victims perishing in landslides. The situation has been exacerbated by political turmoil, following the recent overthrow of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Wajid, who fled to India amidst widespread protests. Residents have expressed their despair, with one survivor recounting how his family was rescued by boat as their home became submerged.
In response to the crisis, students at Dhaka University have rallied to collect aid for those affected by the floods. Meanwhile, accusations have surfaced regarding India's role in the disaster, with some Bangladeshi officials claiming that India intentionally released water from its dams. However, the Indian government has firmly denied these allegations, attributing the flooding to the heaviest rainfall experienced in the region this year. The ongoing humanitarian crisis is particularly dire in areas like Cox's Bazar, which houses a large population of Rohingya refugees who are now facing additional hardships due to the floods.
