Assam: Dibrugarh residents flag clogged drains at Thana Chariali ahead of monsoon
Reported by Avik Chakraborty
Dibrugarh: Residents living near the Road Over Bridge (ROB) at Thana Chariali on Mancotta Road in Assam's Dibrugarh have expressed concern over the condition of roadside drains ahead of the monsoon season.
The drains on both sides of the ROB, from the railway line to Mancotta Road, have become clogged with mud, silt, and vegetation, affecting the flow of water.
Residents fear the situation could lead to waterlogging and flooding during the monsoon.
According to locals, the drains have remained uncleared for several months.
They said the accumulation of silt and overgrown vegetation has blocked the drainage channels and affected movement in the area, particularly for pedestrians and daily commuters.
Residents said even moderate rainfall could result in waterlogging along the stretch, disrupting traffic and affecting nearby households and businesses.
They have appealed to the Dibrugarh Municipal Corporation to carry out desilting and cleaning of the drains before the monsoon intensifies.