Assam: Artificial floods hit Tinsukia, Ward No. 6 residents seek permanent solution
Tinsukia: Overnight rainfall caused waterlogging in several parts of Assam's Tinsukia town on Monday morning, with Ward No. 6 among the worst-affected areas, disrupting normal life and affecting traffic.
Several roads remained submerged for hours, forcing school children, commuters and residents to walk through knee-deep water.
Residents described the situation as an "artificial flood caused by poor drainage." The waterlogging followed continuous rainfall throughout Sunday night, with water accumulating on roads and residential lanes, making movement difficult.
Schoolchildren were seen walking through flooded streets, while two-wheelers and small vehicles faced difficulty passing through the waterlogged roads.
Residents blamed the recurring problem on clogged drains, inadequate stormwater drainage infrastructure and poor civic planning.
They alleged that despite similar flooding during every spell of heavy rain, no permanent measures have been taken to improve the drainage system in the affected areas.
Calling for immediate action, several residents said, "We need a permanent solution, not temporary fixes." They urged the district administration and the Tinsukia Municipal Board to desilt drains and implement long-term measures to prevent recurring urban flooding.
Residents said the latest waterlogging has once again exposed Tinsukia's drainage problems. They questioned how long they would continue to face artificial flooding during heavy rainfall.
At the time of filing this report, waterlogging continued in several parts of Ward No. 6, affecting daily activities.