40-Foot Embankment Collapses in Sundarbans, Thousands Distraught

• A 40-foot section of the Gomor River embankment in Pakiralay, Sundarbans, collapsed due to high tide and strong currents.
• Local residents are in a state of panic, prompting Irrigation Department workers and administrative officials to rush to the scene.
• Emergency repair work is underway using sand-filled geobags and soil to prevent water ingress, with plans for permanent renovation.
• The collapse occurred near the old ferry ghat in Pakiralay, an area known for its poor embankment condition.
• Locals attribute frequent collapses to high tides and waves from Bangladeshi cargo ships, demanding long-term solutions.