GUWAHATI: Guwahati has been grappling with excessive rainfall over the past few days, unleashing a spate of flash floods in several neighbourhoods. This unrelenting downpour has left residents struggling to navigate their surroundings, with the city's infrastructure put to the test.
Following the heavy rains on Thursday night, numerous areas within Guwahati now resemble waterlogged islands, posing significant challenges for commuting.
GPlus, after gathering information from residents residing in various neighbourhoods across the city, has identified the areas most severely impacted by the recent floods.
Among the worst-affected areas are
Rukminigaon
Sijubari
Hatigaon
Lakhimi Nagar
Zoo Road
Anil Nagar
Nabin Nagar
Tarun Nagar
Rajgarh
Gandhi Basti
Pub Sarania
Beneath the Maligaon Flyover
Boragaon
Mamoni Raisom Goswami Road in Chandmari
Kahilipara
Dakshin Gaon
Gotaguli in Panjabari
Bokhrapara in Basishtha
Sewali Path
Ujjal Path in Jyotikuchi
Jilika Path in Panjabari
Natun Path in Hatigaon, and more
Residents are strongly advised to avoid these affected zones whenever possible to prioritise their safety.
Guwahati is in a constant state of development, with ongoing efforts to enhance its drainage system. Various initiatives, including de-siltation drives and the use of "super suckers" for sewage clearance, have been implemented to reduce the risk of flash floods.
Despite these proactive measures, Guwahati still struggles to handle the aftermath of relentless rainfall. Even a single night of continuous downpour is sufficient to submerge entire sections of the city.
