Residents of Bikash Nagar in Guwahati’s Ghoramara area say waterlogging has become a permanent reality, with roads remaining submerged for most of the year and no visible relief despite repeated complaints to civic authorities over the last three years.
Locals allege that even during winter months when rainfall is minimal, stagnant water does not recede, making daily movement difficult for hundreds of families living in the neighbourhood.
Residents of Bikash Nagar in Guwahati’s Ghoramara area say chronic waterlogging has persisted for nearly three years, leaving roads submerged even in winter. Despite repeated complaints to the ward office and GMC, locals allege no concrete action has been taken to repair drains or rebuild the damaged road.
Residents Speak
Lopamudra Bose, a resident of Bikash Nagar, told G Plus that the situation has remained unchanged despite multiple representations.
“We live in water for most of the year. It is not just during the rains—the water doesn’t leave even in winter. We have contacted the ward office, Guwahati Municipal Corporation officials and even Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah several times. There have been surveys and assurances, but not a single attempt to fix the road or drains,” she said.
Daily Life Disrupted
Residents say the affected stretch is a key access road used by nearly 300 families every day. The waterlogging impacts:
- Schoolchildren travelling to Maharshi Vidyamandir
- Patients visiting Ayush Hospital
- Office-goers and elderly residents
Another local, Karishma Pathak, said even temporary measures could provide relief.
“There is no rain right now. If GMC uses the supersucker to clean the drains and clears the road, people can at least breathe. Regular cleaning is the bare minimum until reconstruction starts,” she said.
Why This Matters for Guwahati
Ghoramara lies in a rapidly growing residential pocket of Guwahati, and residents say prolonged neglect reflects deeper issues in urban drainage planning. Civic observers note that unresolved waterlogging not only affects mobility but also raises concerns over:
- Public health and sanitation
- Road safety
- Long-term damage to local infrastructure
No Official Response Yet
As of the time of reporting, no official response has been issued by GMC or the local ward office regarding timelines for drain cleaning or road repair in Bikash Nagar.
Residents have reiterated their demand for:
- Immediate drain desilting using supersucker machines
- Temporary road clearance
- A long-term plan for rebuilding drains and the road
What Happens Next
Locals said they will continue to pursue the matter with civic authorities and elected representatives if the situation remains unchanged, hoping for swift intervention before the monsoon worsens conditions further.
Frequently Asked Questions
Bikash Nagar is located in the Ghoramara area of Guwahati, Assam.
Residents say the problem has continued for nearly three years, even during non-monsoon months.
