DHAKA, July 11, 2026 (BSS)- Flood conditions remained a major concern across several parts of Bangladesh today as continuous rainfall, swollen rivers and tidal surges disrupted normal life in the country's northeastern, southeastern and coastal regions, prompting authorities to intensify relief and preparedness measures.

According to the Flood Forecasting and Warning Centre (FFWC) four rivers in six districts are flowing above their respective danger levels, including the Sangu River at Bandarban and Dohazari, the Khowai River at Ballah in Habiganj, the Manu River at Moulvibazar, and the Kushiyara River at Markuli in Sunamganj and Fenchuganj in Sylhet. 

Heavy to very heavy rainfall has been forecast in Chattogram in the next 24 hours, followed by Sylhet, Rangpur and Mymensingh divisions over the next two days, raising fears of fresh flooding in vulnerable areas.

The FFWC said flood conditions in parts of Bandarban, Chattogram and Cox's Bazar may gradually improve as water levels of the Sangu and Matamuhuri rivers is receding. However, rivers including the Muhuri, Feni, Selonia and Halda may rise again within the next 48 hours, while low-lying areas in Lakshmipur and Noakhali may experience temporary inundation. 

In the northeast, although water levels of the Manu, Dhalai and Khowai rivers have begun to decline, rivers such as the Surma and Kushiyara are were predicted to continue rising, posing renewed flood risks for Sylhet and Sunamganj. 

Northern rivers, including the Teesta, Dharla and Dudhkumar, may also approach or exceed danger levels in some locations.

The Sangu is flowing above the danger level at Dohajari and Bandarban points, inundating Balaghata, army para, member para, fire service area, Banani sawmill and Islampur areas in Bandarban town. Balaghata road is under five feet water now and road communication with seven surrounding upazials remained suspended for five days.  

In Rangamati, thousands of people remain marooned after days of torrential rain and flash floods inundated large areas of Bagaichhari, Longadu, Barkal and Bilaichhari upazilas. 

Homes, cropland, educational institutions and roads have gone under water, while food shortages and a lack of safe drinking water have intensified the suffering of affected families. 

District authorities have opened 40 flood shelters accommodating more than 3,500 people, with additional shelters being prepared amid fears of landslides. Relief materials and cooked meals are being distributed to displaced residents.

In Habiganj, Member of Parliament and Whip GK Gauch inspected erosion-hit sections of the Khowai River, including embankments at Bhadai, Tegharia and Moshajan. 

He asked officials to ensure the timely and quality completion of an ongoing Taka 80 million embankment protection project aimed at preventing further erosion.

The coastal island upazila of Monpura in Bhola continues to face severe waterlogging after 10 consecutive days of rainfall and tidal flooding. 

Around 20,000 residents across unions and char areas remain stranded, while many low-income families are struggling with food shortages after losing their livelihoods. Local residents have also expressed concern over deteriorating sanitation and the growing risk of waterborne diseases.

Bhola-4 lawmaker Nurul Islam Nayon said preparations are underway to compile a list of affected families and seek government assistance for relief and rehabilitation. 

He said local BNP leaders and activists have already been instructed to stand beside flood victims, while the administration is preparing lists of the most vulnerable households for immediate support. 

Water levels have started receding in some parts of Char Fashon and Bhola Sadar, offering cautious optimism.

Meanwhile, State Minister for Disaster Management and Relief Iqbal Hossain visited flood-hit Fatikchhari in Chattogram, where he distributed relief materials and inspected erosion along the Halda River. 

He said the government is closely monitoring the disaster situation and is committed to ensuring all necessary assistance and rehabilitation for affected people. 

According to the minister, the Prime Minister has been monitoring the situation continuously and has directed officials to assess local needs and respond without delay.
Bangladesh Meteorological Department has forecast widespread rain or thundershowers accompanied by moderate to very heavy rainfall across most parts of the country over the next several days. 

Although rainfall activity is expected to decrease toward the end of the five-day forecast period, authorities remain on alert as additional downpours could trigger fresh flooding and landslides in vulnerable regions.

State Minister for Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Aninda Islam Amit, who has been assigned responsibility for overseeing flood response and relief operations in Chattogram, Cox's Bazar and the three Chittagong Hill Tracts districts, said that relief distribution in flood-affected areas is being carried out through coordinated efforts involving the civil administration, Coast Guard, Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB), Ansar, and, where necessary, the Armed Forces.

He said every effort is being made to ensure that people in remote and hard-to-reach areas are not deprived of humanitarian assistance.

The State Minister made the remarks while speaking to reporters today after a coordination meeting on the disaster situation with government officials and public representatives at the Chattogram Circuit House.

The State Minister said discussions had already been held with all Upazila Nirbahi Officers (UNOs) in Chattogram district. During an extensive meeting the previous day, officials reviewed the disaster situation, assessed the extent of the damage, and evaluated ongoing relief operations.

Regarding relief distribution, he said assistance is being delivered wherever it is needed. The Coast Guard, Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB), Ansar, and, when necessary, members of the Armed Forces are working together to ensure relief reaches even the most inaccessible and remote areas.

He also said the volume of relief assistance is being increased in the worst-affected upazilas of southern Chattogram. Necessary instructions have been issued to the concerned officials to ensure that no flood-affected person is left without support.

The State Minister said the flood situation is being monitored around the clock. The government is prepared to provide additional relief and rehabilitation assistance as required and will strengthen reconstruction efforts once the situation returns to normal.

On Friday, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has asked the administration concerned and BNP leaders and activists to extend all necessary support to people affected by heavy rainfall and flooding across the country.

PM's Additional Press Secretary Atikur Rahman Ruman said the Prime Minister spoke to Deputy Commissioners (DCs), Superintendents of Police (SPs) and Civil Surgeons of various flood-hit districts to assess the overall situation throughout the day on Friday.  

The Prime Minister provided necessary directives to ensure that rescue, relief, medical assistance and rehabilitation efforts are carried out in a more coordinated and effective manner.