Water crisis

Water crisis

Children stand nearby a dried-up hand-pump, amid serious water crisis in Kabul, Afghanistan, August 29, 2025. Photo: REUTERS/Sayed Hassib

Looming water supply 'bankruptcy' puts billions at risk: UN report

Nearly three-quarters of the global population live in countries classified as "water insecure" or "critically water insecure", and 4 billion people face severe water scarcity...

Residents of coastal communities have to walk long distances every day just to collect a single pitcher of water. Photos: TBS

Living with thirst while surrounded by water

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2.7b relieved from extreme water insecurity, but gains now at risk: ADB report

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Govt declares 47 unions in north-western region as extremely high water-stressed areas; issues directives

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Taps running dry: How Bangladesh is draining its groundwater — and its future

A partially dug-up road with exposed pipes leaves only a narrow strip for pedestrians at Kamal Khan Road, Ibrahimpur, where two people walk cautiously. Residents are facing severe water shortages as prolonged excavation by Dhaka North City Corporation blocks tanker access. Delays blamed on rain and other issues have forced many to risk unsafe roads or install illegal deep tubewells to meet daily needs. Photo: Md Jahidul Islam

Wasa water crisis deepens in Dhaka's Ibrahimpur, residents moving away

Communities are forced to look for alternate water sources as the flow of the Teesta River has significantly decreased during dry seasons. Photo: Minhaj Uddin

Delta in danger: Is Bangladesh prepared for disruptions in river flow?

Vast demand for groundwater irrigation depletes drinking water wells, forcing many communities to struggle for months. Photo: TBS

Bangladesh’s seasonal groundwater crisis is solvable

Severe water crisis hits 16 Ctg areas due to transmission line damage

Severe water crisis hits 16 Ctg areas due to transmission line damage

Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan during a meeting UNOPS country director. Photo: Courtesy

UNOPS to collaborate with Bangladesh on water crisis in Ctg Hill Tracts

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Dhaka dwellers struggle with water shortages amid groundwater depletion

Generally, in summer, we need 250-260 million litres of water per day. But this year, it is over 280 million litres. Photo: Mehedi Hasan

The future of Dhaka's water

Project Ombu: Addressing Bangladesh's water crisis with sustainable solutions

Project Ombu: Addressing Bangladesh's water crisis with sustainable solutions