Thakur Das Mondal, a landless resident of Paschim Patibunia village in Magurkhali Union of Dumuria Upazila, finally secured possession of 0.50 acres of khasland (government owned land) in his name under Deed No. 2623/2330. His journey from deprivation to prosperity unfolded against the backdrop of the sun-kissed fields of Magurkhali Union in Dumuria Upazila. Thakur…
Lipika Mandal, aged 27, resides in Dayarghat village of Sadar Union, Assasuni Upazila. This village is situated near the Kholpetua River, where storm floods have become a daily challenge for the residents. The haunting memories of Cyclone Aila in 2009 and the resulting trauma still linger among the villagers. When cyclones such as Amphan, Foni,…
Md. Mosharaf Hossain, a 35-year-old resident of Uthali village in Islamkathi union of Tala Upazila, Satkhira District, owns 33 decimals of cultivable land. However, due to high production costs and low yields, he was not making a profit from his agricultural land and was struggling with poverty along with his four family members. He had…
Nalta Village, nestled on the banks of the Kapotakkha River, relied heavily on fishing as the main source of livelihood. However, frequent flooding and siltation of the river posed significant challenges, leaving the villagers in dire circumstances. With their homes and livelihoods constantly at risk, the people of Nalta Village faced an uncertain future. Recognizing…
Anjali Rani Mondol lives in Hetalbunia village under Lokkhikhola union, Paikgacha Upazilla of Shatkhira district. Her husband’s name is Proshanto Kumar Mondol and they have three children. Proshanto Kumar Mondol is an electrician and Anjali Rani Mondol is a day labourer. They have only thirty-three decimal lands and due to the presence of high salinity…
In the tranquil villages of the southwest region of Bangladesh, the insidious nexus of child marriage and poverty casts a shadow over the aspirations of young girls like Rumana. Hailing from the economically strained village of Waria in the Jhaudanga Union, Rumana’s story epitomizes the daunting challenges faced by many in this region. In the…
Nargis Khatun, a 26-year-old housewife, resides in Baganbari, Ward No. 5, Satkhira Municipality. Her husband, Md Al Mamun, works as a delivery man in a company. She has four members in her family: herself, her 6-year-old son, husband, and father-in-law. Her father-in-law is an elderly person who suffers from health issues. He experienced a heart…
Fazal Mohammad, a 50-year-old farmer from the peaceful village of Rongikhali. Together with his wife, Ramisa Begum, they work hard on their land to provide for their family of three daughters and one son, all attending school. However, the weight of education expenses puts a strain on their simple life. he weight of school expenses,…
Md. Aktaruzzaman grew up struggling with poverty since childhood. He is the youngest of four children of a day laborer father. Father Aminur Rahman manages the expenses of a family of 8 members. Because of which the family can’t properly manage food, clothing, child’s education and any other expenses. Despite that, Aktaruzzaman tried to go…
In the heart of Boulotoli Village, Dhulashar Union, where the whispers of daily struggles intertwine with the rhythms of survival, Shukhi Begum stands as a beacon of resilience. Shukhi’s life takes a compelling turn as the seemingly simple quest for clean water unravels into a powerful narrative of tenacity and transformation. This is the story…