Niloy’s photojournalism in Water Refugee aims to draw attention to the river erosion and flooding that has become a yearly catastrophe in Bangladesh.The overflowing of the Padma and Jamuna rivers, combined with heavy rainfall in the north, subjects millions to severe flooding. The impacts extend beyond physical damage, affecting social, economic, health, education, and political aspects. Forced migration due to land erosion leads to poor health, insecurity, and limited opportunities. The melting ice caps across the Himalayas and increased sedimentation on the riverbeds caused by the flooding are key reasons for the persistence of this problem.

Niloy believes “we already have the knowledge and technology” to achieve climate security, however “there is still not enough drive or urgency” to achieve the goals we need to. He specifically hopes that the commitment to reducing rising global temperatures is followed through with concrete actions.