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The people of the coastal areas of the country are constantly affected due to the sea storms. Due to geographical location, the Bay of Bengal and its surrounding areas are prone to frequent sea storms.
According to experts, the number and intensity of sea storms are likely to increase in the coming days due to climate change. In this reality, strong measures should be taken to deal with sea storms. As part of this, sustainable embankments should be constructed in coastal areas.
Due to the impact of Cyclone Remal in the Bay of Bengal, there has been extensive damage in various parts of the country including coastal areas. There has been extensive damage to crops, including the loss of several lives. In some areas shrimp and other fish enclosures have been washed away due to the impact of the cyclone. Many entrepreneurs have become destitute. In fact, the people of the coastal region of the country are repeatedly affected by the storm. In the past too, we have noticed that villages after villages have been submerged in different places due to the breaking of dams by tidal waves. We have also received news of the indescribable suffering of millions of people trapped in water.
As always, this time too, the issue of dangerous embankments became a topic of special discussion a few days before the cyclone hit the coastal areas of the country. Crores of rupees are spent every year to repair these dams. The issue of inadequate allocation for dam renovation also came up for discussion. According to experts, the embankment is not sustainable due to substandard work, design flaws and rampant corruption. Victims complain that dams are repeatedly breaking due to improper utilization of allocated funds. It is important to pay attention to these aspects. Proper maintenance after construction of dams also needs to be emphasized. Good results can be obtained if local public participation is ensured in this work. As the number and magnitude of sea storms are expected to increase in the coming days due to climate change, building sustainable dams is not an option.
A large number of people in coastal areas are agriculturists and fishermen. They earn their living through this profession. They also have a great contribution to the national economy. Therefore, the livelihood of coastal residents must be ensured. As cyclones and high tides hit repeatedly, it has become imperative to build durable embankments in coastal areas. It will also strengthen the agricultural economy of the region, which will also affect the national economy. Generally, the issue of corruption comes into discussion after the construction of dams. We feel that people need to be made aware of the construction and maintenance of dams. It should also be checked whether the right materials are being used in these works. In this case, if there is an allegation of corruption, it should be investigated quickly; If the allegations are proved, action will be taken against those responsible. The experience of other countries should be utilized in coordinating coastal embankment and coastal afforestation projects. Increasing financial and technical capacity is not enough to reap the maximum benefits from such projects, but also requires continued.
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