Shariatpur, July 10 -- Tensions have gripped people residing in Majhirghat area under Purba Naodoba union of Zanjira upazila at Shariatpur district as fresh river erosions have taken a serious turn at the embankment to protect the Padma Bridge.

Locals said cracks became visible beneath the surface and caused the collapse of around 70 metres of the embankment into the river within hours on Thursday.

This comes just days after similar erosion in the area forcing many people to move their shops and establishments in a hurry.

Local representatives urged the residents to relocate them considering the situation.

As news of the fresh erosion spread, panic-stricken residents rushed to move their belongings, including household items and shop ...