Bangladesh, May 21 -- Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has announced that his government will commence work on both the Padma and Teesta barrage projects, aiming to tackle water shortages, protect agriculture, and address climate-related risks affecting the country.

Speaking at a civic gathering following the foundation stone-laying ceremony of the National Institute of Disaster Management Research and Training at Sataish Chowrasta in Gazipur on Wednesday, the Prime Minister, who is also Chairman of the ruling BNP, said: "Today, before all of you, I want to make one thing clear - InshaAllah, this BNP government will begin work on the Padma Barrage and also on the Teesta Barrage."

Referring to other political parties without naming them, Ta...