GUWAHATI: Heavy traffic jams have been reported in parts of Guwahati on Monday, February 24 due to the arrival of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the city on the occasion of Jhumoir Binandini and Advantage Assam 2.0.
Vehicular congestion has been reported from various parts of the city such as Lokhra, Garchuk, Boragaon, and Sarusajai among others.
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Modi is expected to arrive today to witness the epic Jhumoir Binandini dance performance along with inaugurating the Advantage Assam 2.0 summit.
Additionally, Guwahati commuters faced a torrid time on Monday, February 24, as public transport services dropped to a trickle ahead of Jhumoir Binandini in the evening and Advantage Assam 2.0 summit on February 25-26. PM will attend the Jhumoir Binandini. With only a limited number of buses operating, the city witnessed overcrowded bus stops and longer wait times, leaving passengers frustrated. The shortage of buses left many commuters relying on the reduced services, leading to congestion.