Guwahati, April 4: Assam Minister and BJP leader Pijush Hazarika on April 4 said the duration of waterlogging in Guwahati has reduced significantly, attributing the improvement to ongoing flood mitigation and drainage measures implemented by the government.
Addressing concerns over urban flooding, Hazarika noted that while flash floods continue to occur during heavy rainfall, their impact and duration have declined compared to earlier years. He said the situation, though not completely resolved, has become more manageable.
Citing his personal experience of living in the city for nearly three decades, the minister recalled that areas such as Zoo Road earlier remained submerged for up to three days, while localities like Nabin Nagar would face waterlogging for almost a week.
He stated that the current scenario has improved considerably, with water now receding within a few hours in most cases. “I won’t say there are no floods in Guwahati now, but the situation has improved. Earlier, it would last for days, now it’s just for around three hours,” he said.
Hazarika added that the government continues to focus on strengthening urban infrastructure to further reduce the impact of seasonal flooding, even as Guwahati continues to face recurring challenges during the monsoon.
