Rows of floating beds stretch across waterlogged farmland in Pirojpur’s Nazirpur upazila. Made from water hyacinth and other aquatic plants, the beds allow farmers to grow vegetables and seedlings despite prolonged waterlogging. The environment-friendly method has helped boost farmers’ incomes, while their produce and seedlings are supplied to different parts of the country. The photo was taken recently. PHOTO: MEHEDI HASAN

HEIYO RE HEIYO!: Oarsmen surge through the Surma during a traditional boat race, locally known as “nouka baich”, held for the first time in years in Kishoreganj’s Itna upazila. Twelve boats competed as thousands of spectators from Kishoreganj and neighbouring districts packed the riverbanks, turning the rural sporting event into a festive gathering. PHOTO: TAFSILUL AZIZ