Dhaka August 22 — Hasnat Abdullah, a prominent coordinator of the anti-discrimination student movement in Bangladesh, has blamed India for the worsening flood situation in the Feni, Noakhali, and Comilla regions. Speaking to reporters on Wednesday during a visit to injured students at Chittagong Medical College Hospital, Abdullah accused India of exacerbating the flooding by releasing excessive water from their dams.

Abdullah stated, "You are not giving water when we need water. Again, when there is no need for water, you are putting the people of Bangladesh in crisis by opening the dam." He criticized India for allegedly using water management as a tool to create crises in Bangladesh, accusing them of being "friends of fascism" for obstructing the country's reform and reconstruction efforts.

The flood situation in Bangladesh has been severe, particularly in the upazilas of Phulgazi, Parashuram, and Chagalnaya in Feni, where homes, roads, and croplands have been submerged, leaving millions of people trapped in floodwaters. Abdullah called for unified action and support for the flood victims, urging both individuals and organizations to mobilize resources to assist those affected.

Abdullah also emphasized the need for patience and support for the interim government's efforts to rebuild the country. He warned that any attempt to blackmail or pressure the interim government, which has been in power for a short period, would be seen as a conspiracy against the state.

Moreover, Abdullah addressed concerns about the resurgence of market syndicates, suggesting that new political forces were forming monopolies to manipulate prices. He warned these groups that they would face the same fate as the previous government if they continued to exploit the public.

Hasnat Abdullah's comments reflect growing frustration and concern over the ongoing flood crisis and the challenges facing the country's efforts to recover and rebuild.