State Minister for Land and Chittagong Hill Tracts Affairs Mir Mohammad Helal Uddin.File Photo

DHAKA, July 8, 2026 (BSS) - State Minister for Land and Chittagong Hill Tracts Affairs Mir Mohammad Helal Uddin has expressed deep sorrow over the waterlogging and disruption of normal life in three districts of Chattogram and the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) due to incessant rains for several days.

In a video message last night, he called upon the local administration of Chattogram Division, law enforcement agencies, Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and its affiliates, all public representatives, party leaders and activists and local youth to stand by the affected people in a coordinated manner to protect their lives and property from this natural disaster.

Mir Helal said Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is keeping a close eye on the situation arising in Chattogram and the CHT and has instructed all concerned to take necessary measures. 

He urged all concerned to remain patient in this difficult situation and stressed ensuring the safety of the affected people and providing them with food, clothing and shelter. 

Heavy rains, which have broken the record in 42 years, have caused extreme public suffering in Chattogram and the CHT. Air and train services in Chattogram are being disrupted due to the adverse weather conditions. 

In addition, waterlogging on roads in Rangamati and Khagrachari is disrupting traffic and considering the situation, the district administration has declared the closure of all tourist centers in Bandarban until next Friday.