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Assam Floods: Highway Submerged, Boats Replace Cars
24 Jul
Summary
- Floodwaters have inundated critical National Highway 715 in Assam.
- One side of the highway remains open, while the other is submerged.
- Local residents are using country boats for daily transport and access.
The flood situation in Assam has reached a critical point, with Sivasagar district experiencing severe inundation. Floodwaters have risen above National Highway 715, a crucial route connecting Upper Assam to Guwahati and providing access to neighboring states.
One lane of the highway remains open to vehicular traffic. However, the other carriageway has been completely submerged, transforming it into a river. Residents are now using country boats to travel between affected villages and the open section of the highway, highlighting the extent of the disruption.
Road connectivity is significantly impacted, forcing communities to depend on boat services for daily movement and accessing essential services. This ongoing crisis in Sivasagar illustrates the challenges faced by residents in coping with severe flooding.
