GUWAHATI: All ferry services and fishing activities on the Brahmaputra River and its tributaries in Assam's Kamrup district have been suspended from Monday to Tuesday due to the anticipated strong winds and rainfall brought by Cyclone Remal.
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The Kamrup District Disaster Management Authority issued an order stating that all departmental and private boats or vessels operating ferry services within the Kamrup district will be halted from May 27 to May 28, 2024.
Fishing activities in the Brahmaputra and its tributaries are also prohibited during this period. However, the suspension does not apply to essential services, relief and rescue operations, and boats transporting construction materials and labor for the Guwahati-North Guwahati Bridge.
Talking to GPlus, an official from IWT also stated and confirmed the same.
The notification put out on May 26 states, "Whereas National Bulletin No. 14 (BOB/01/2024) has been issued for cyclonic storm Remal', which has developed over the east-central Bay of Bengal. As Remal moves northwards, it is expected to bring heavy winds and significant rainfall to Kamrup District and the entire state of Assam."
“Whereas, given the serious nature of the situation, it is felt necessary to take immediate measures to prevent potential loss of life and property," it added.
