Assam: Artificial floods throws Guwahati into chaos, schools and colleges in city to remain closed today

Guwahati: Guwahati city in Assam was thrown into chaos on Monday evening as unprecedented artificial floods led to massive traffic jams and widespread disruptions.

The sudden inundation caused significant inconvenience for the general public.

Residents found themselves stranded on roads for hours as heavy rainfall combined with poor drainage systems resulted in extensive waterlogging across nearly all parts of the city.

Commuters reported being stuck in traffic for hours, with major arterial roads like GS Road, RG Baruah Road, and AT Road experiencing severe congestion.

"I left my office at 6 PM, but it took me over three hours to reach home. The water levels were so high that many vehicles stalled," said Rajesh Das, a local resident.

In response to the flooding, the Assam government has announced that all educational institutions in Guwahati will remain closed on Tuesday.

The artificial floods have sparked debates about the city's infrastructure and preparedness for monsoon rains.

Experts point to inadequate drainage systems and unplanned urbanization as primary factors contributing to the crisis.