Sherpur, May 31 (V7N) – The water level of all major rivers in Sherpur district is rising rapidly due to nonstop local rainfall and heavy hill runoff from neighboring Indian states. The Chellakhali River in Nalitabari Upazila is flowing a dangerous 104 centimeters above the danger level, officials confirmed Friday evening.

According to the District Water Development Board (Paubo), while the Chellakhali River has crossed the critical threshold, the Maharashi, Someshwari, Bhogai, and Old Brahmaputra rivers have also seen notable rises, though they are currently flowing below the danger mark.

Heavy Rainfall in Upstream India Triggers River Swelling

The Paubo office reported significant upstream rainfall on Friday (May 30):

  • Cherrapunji (Meghalaya): 217 mm

  • Shillong (Meghalaya): 135 mm

  • Agartala (Tripura): 122 mm

  • Kailashahar (Tripura): 85 mm

  • Goalpara (Assam): 64 mm

  • Aizawl (Mizoram): 51 mm

Rainfall has also surged in Tura, Meghalaya, since Wednesday night, causing substantial runoff into Sherpur’s river systems.

Locally, rainfall measurements included:

  • Sherpur point: 102 mm

  • Nalitabari point: 110 mm

  • Nakugaon point: 130 mm

Officials Monitoring Situation, Urge Vigilance

Akhinuzzaman, Executive Engineer of Paubo, stated:

“The water of all rivers has increased, but Chellakhali is the only one currently flowing above the danger level. Fortunately, there’s no threat yet to river protection dams in Jhenaigati and Nalitabari.”

He added that if rain subsides on Friday and Saturday, river levels may begin to drop.

Meanwhile, Jhenaigati Upazila Nirbahi Officer Md. Ashraful Alam warned of potential flood risks:

“The water levels of the Maharashi and Someshwari rivers continue to rise due to both rainfall and hill runoff. If this trend continues, flooding could occur. However, the administration is fully prepared to respond.”

Residents in vulnerable areas are advised to remain alert and follow official guidance as authorities continue to monitor the situation closely.

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