Residents of Hengrabari in Guwahati have raised concerns over a growing garbage dump along RC Das Path, By Lane 5 (Ward 39), saying that walking past the stretch has become increasingly difficult and unhygienic.
Locals allege that an open plot beside the road has turned into an illegal dumping ground, with garbage being thrown there late at night, leaving the area littered with waste throughout the day.
An open plot beside RC Das Path, By Lane 5 in Hengrabari, Guwahati, has reportedly become an illegal garbage dumping site, making the road difficult to use for pedestrians. Residents say waste is dumped at night and have urged the Guwahati Municipal Corporation to intervene before health risks increase.
What Residents Are Reporting
According to locals, the garbage pile has been growing steadily, spilling onto the roadside and narrowing the usable walking space. The waste includes household trash, plastic, food waste and construction debris.
Residents say the dumping usually happens after dark, making it difficult to identify those responsible. By morning, the road is left dirty and foul-smelling.
Health and Hygiene Concerns
People living in the area fear that the unchecked dumping could lead to:
- Mosquito and rodent breeding
- Spread of infections and skin diseases
- Increased risk for children and elderly pedestrians
- Further deterioration of the road surface
“Walking here has become a daily struggle. During summer, the smell is unbearable,” a local resident said.
Call for GMC Action
Residents have appealed to the Guwahati Municipal Corporation (GMC) to take immediate steps, including:
- Clearing the accumulated garbage
- Installing warning boards or barricades
- Identifying and penalising illegal dumping
- Ensuring regular monitoring of the spot
Locals said repeated informal complaints have so far failed to bring lasting relief.
Why This Matters for Guwahati
Illegal dumping on residential roads remains a recurring problem across Guwahati, especially in fast-growing localities like Hengrabari. Civic activists warn that unless such sites are addressed early, they often turn into permanent dumping grounds, worsening sanitation and public health.
With the monsoon season approaching, residents fear that the situation could escalate into waterlogging and disease outbreaks.
What Happens Next
Residents say they are preparing to submit a formal written complaint to the GMC and local ward authorities if urgent cleaning is not undertaken. They have also urged civic officials to inspect the site at night to curb illegal dumping.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Where is the illegal dumping site located in Guwahati?
The dumping site is along RC Das Path, By Lane 5, Hengrabari (Ward 39), Guwahati.
Q2. What are residents demanding from the GMC?
Residents want immediate garbage removal, monitoring to stop night-time dumping, and preventive measures to keep the area clean.
