Residents of Guwahati facing severe issue of public urination compromising city hygiene. Guwahati Municipal Corporation constructing toilets to tackle problem. Mayor states initiative to eliminate open defecation and maintain cleanliness. Challenges persist due to lack of water supply in current toilets.
Members of the Save Bharalu Abhiyan, a civil society initiative, urge the government to remove the old and defunct sluice gate on the Bahini river to prevent artificial floods in Guwahati. Recommendations include installing CCTV cameras for monitoring river channels and diverting water flow from Meghalaya to prevent waterlogging. The forum also welcomes the suggestion to channelize water directly to Brahmaputra or Deepor Beel.
Guwahati Municipal Corporation inaugurates 60 electric light commercial vehicles (e-LCVs) and 2 high-tech road-sweeping machines for efficient waste collection in Guwahati. This initiative aims to enhance cleanliness, sustainability, and reduce fossil fuel emissions in the city.
The Guwahati Municipal Corporation (GMC) has initiated the construction of new bus queue shelters at various locations across the city. Mayor Mrigen Sarania announced the foundation for these shelters at Ananda Nagar and Sixth Mile on GS Road, with a six-month deadline for completion. The shelters will be installed in 45 locations based on need and condition. Modern facilities and amenities will be included in these aluminium bus shelters.
Guwahati Municipal Corporation announces disruption in drinking water supply for two days in 10 localities due to replacement of pumping main from Panbazar water treatment plant to Sarania reservoir. Approximately 11,000 households to be affected by the water supply disruption. GMC expresses regret for inconvenience caused.