Season of Vegetables

Season of Vegetables

        The seasonal vegetable markets of Northern Bangladesh offer a vibrant spectacle of the region's agricultural richness, particularly in districts like Bogra, Rangpur, and Dinajpur. As the fertile soil yields diverse harvests throughout the year, local haats (markets) become unique displays of fresh produce, piled high with distinct northern varieties like sweet potatoes, various gourds, leafy greens, and unique root vegetables. The air is filled with the earthy scent of the harvest and the lively chatter of farmers, creating a bustling atmosphere that highlights the deep connection between the community and the land. These markets not only provide...
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Fishing styles of Bangladesh

Fishing styles of Bangladesh

            In Bangladesh, traditional fishing is woven into the rhythm of daily life along the country's vast network of rivers, canals, Beels and coastal mangroves, where generations have honed simple yet effective techniques that echo the land's seasonal pulse. Local fishermen use various methods passed down through generations, including cast net fishing (jhaki jal), where circular weighted nets are skillfully thrown into the water to catch fish. Gill nets and seine nets are commonly used in rivers and coastal areas to trap fish of different sizes. Another unique method is katha fishing, where fishermen create...
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Assassination of a River, Buriganga

Assassination of a River, Buriganga

The Buriganga River holds Dhaka City at its Bank. Millions of people Wash, fish, and belong livelihood with this river daily. This river holds the main transportation route to connect the capital town with the rest of the country. But, the water of this river has become poisonous due to filling with tonnes of daily wastage, plastic usage, tannery waste, human sewage, and industrial waste thrown toward the river daily. The water has become as poisonous and dark as the water from sewerage drain lines. But responsible administrative inaction is unintelligible to save this river. The days are no longer...
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