Munshiganj, Aug. 19 -- year-old Dighirpar Bazar in Tongibari upazila is facing an alarming erosion threat, as the Padma River has already swallowed at least six business establishments in recent days.

The sudden collapse began last week, shocking local traders and residents who now fear that the remaining market structures could be lost if the erosion continues unchecked.

"We are terrified that if this goes on, everything we have will vanish into the river," one businessman said.

Locals have called on the authorities to take urgent action to protect the market, a vital commercial hub for the area and their livelihoods.

The crisis comes at a time when the district's Water Development Board (WDB) is implementing a Tk 525.50 crore projec...