Rajbari, May 8 -- Erosion by the Gorai River is threatening a key rural road and putting more than 50 families at risk in Baliakandi upazila of Rajbari, causing growing concern among local residents ahead of the monsoon.

Several parts of the Narua-Konagram road, which connects Narua and Jangal unions, have already been severely damaged by river erosion. In the Jamsapur area, around 100 yards of the road has narrowed so much that it has effectively turned into a footpath.

Although battery-run auto-rickshaws and vans are still moving with difficulty, larger vehicles have been unable to use the road for several months.

Locals said accidents often occur when small vehicles overturn while trying to pass through the damaged portions.

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