Chandpur, May 26 -- Rehabilitation of the Chandpur town protection embankment is progressing under a Tk 827 crore mega project aimed at shielding the riverside town from the relentless erosion of the mighty Meghna.

Despite visible headway, residents remain gripped by uncertainty and fear.

Being implemented by the Water Development Board (WDB), the project is the largest of its kind for the region. So far, geobag dumping work under 15 of the 19 planned packages is nearing completion, with concrete CC block placement currently underway.

Situated at the heart of Bangladesh, Chandpur has long served as a strategic river port, benefitting from robust river, rail and road networks.

Its commercial significance dates back to British colonial ...