Bangladeshi troops have been forced to guard water pumps in parts of Dhaka as a severe water shortage grips the capital, causing a rise in water-borne diseases, officials said. The move follows angry protests earlier this month by residents over what many see as a deteriorating situation.
Severe Water Shortage in Bangladesh
Severe Water Shortage in Bangladesh
Severe Water Shortage in Bangladesh
Bangladeshi troops have been forced to guard water pumps in parts of Dhaka as a severe water shortage grips the capital, causing a rise in water-borne diseases, officials said. The move follows angry protests earlier this month by residents over what many see as a deteriorating situation.
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