Bangladesh will be more vigilant on India's water issue: Water Resources Minister

The Bangladesh government will remain highly vigilant regarding water sharing and flood management with India. The Water Resources Minister stated that close monitoring will be maintained against any unilateral water actions to protect the lives and rights of the citizens. He made these remarks during a briefing with journalists in Dhaka.

Bangladesh and India share 54 common rivers. For years, discussions have been ongoing regarding the water sharing of several rivers, including the Teesta. Sudden water releases from Indian dams during the monsoon often cause severe flooding in Bangladesh's border regions, prompting the government to devise new strategies.

The Ministry of Water Resources emphasized that the interests of the country's citizens will be prioritized in any water-related negotiations with India. Local residents in border areas have long protested unilateral water withdrawals, and the government is now addressing these concerns seriously.

In the coming days, Bangladesh plans to strongly present its rightful demands in Joint River Commission meetings. Additionally, flood warning systems will be modernized to ensure citizens can move to safety before water released from upstream reaches the country.