A one-day workshop on Integrated Flood and Erosion Risk Management Planning (IFERMP) for the Beki sub-basin was held on Tuesday at the DRDA Training Hall in Barpeta, bringing together representatives from six districts—Barpeta, Nalbari, Chirang, Baksa, Tamulpur, and Bajali. The meeting, organized under the World Bank-funded Assam Integrated River Basin Management Project (AIRBMP) and implemented by FREMAA and the Water Resources Department, is aimed at preparing comprehensive flood forecasting and risk management plans for the Brahmaputra sub-basins.
Chairing the session, Barpeta Deputy Commissioner Rohan Kumar Jha called for a coordinated approach involving technical expertise, ecological preservation, and community participation. He noted that the effort goes beyond reviewing data—its true purpose is to ensure reliable water access for farmers, protect ecosystems, and build resilient communities in the face of recurring floods and climate variability.
The workshop was attended by senior district officials, engineers, and international experts including Rob Nieuwenhuis from the Netherlands and hydrologist Dr. Arnab Sarma, reflecting the participatory and scientific approach being adopted. Sub-Basin Committees are being notified to expedite planning and implementation, marking a significant step towards sustainable and inclusive water governance in Assam.
