Difficult to believe...

It is quite difficult to believe that boats used to ply this canal, Zia Sarani Khal, in the capital's Shanir Akhra years ago. It has almost lost its identity as a water body due to ruthless encroachment and erection of bamboo structures under the sponsorship of local influentials, while the authorities are playing a silent role. The photo was taken on Tuesday. Photo: Focus Bangla