, Oct. 29 -- A group of young people in Lalmonirhat on Wednesday staged a flash mob and a human chain demanding the implementation of the Teesta mega project.

The event was held at 'Mission Mor' of the town around 12pm, organised by Gen-Z Lalmonirhat.

The main slogan of the programme was "Jago Baahe, Teesta Bachai."

The Teesta Mega Project is the name given to a comprehensive set of projects aimed at managing the Teesta River, that is notably supported by China. It would aim to reduce floods, control erosion, increase water flow in the dry season for irrigation, and promote sustainable development. The projects includes dredging, building embankments, and developing infrastructure.

Students from different educational institutions, cul...