, Aug. 2 -- Set against the backdrop of three mighty rivers-- the Teesta, Jamuna and Brahmaputra-- Balashi Ghat in Gaibandha is fast becoming a popular destination for nature lovers and casual travellers alike.

Spanning a 64-kilometre embankment, the area holds immense potential to transform into a major open-air tourist hub, offering a unique blend of natural beauty and rustic tranquillity.

Stretching across four upazilas, the embankment's long line of cement boulders glistens under the sun.

On one side lies the vast expanse of river and sandy char lands, while the other is adorned with lush green farmland and scattered rural settlements.

Though already frequented by local visitors, especially on weekends, the area still lacks basic ...