Chuadanga, Oct. 29 -- The western district of Chuadanga has been reeling from the escalating impacts of climate change, with farmers suffering losses worth 'hundreds of crores of taka' over the past five years.

Prolonged droughts, devastating storms and extreme cold spells have battered agriculture, livestock and fisheries, leaving thousands of families struggling to survive.

"Extreme heat is not just a seasonal inconvenience. Its impact is far reaching. As we see in Bangladesh that the rising temperature is affecting our health and productivity, and the country's prosperity," said Jean Pesme, The World Bank Division Director for Bangladesh and Bhutan.

Between April and June each year, temperatures now frequently soar between 36degC an...