Overview

• Housing Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah has given contractors a strict three-day ultimatum to complete desiltation work in flood-prone areas of Guwahati by May 18.
• Failure to meet the deadline will result in legal action, including potential jail time, under the Disaster Management Act starting May 19.
• Key areas targeted for flood mitigation include Anil Nagar, PIBCO Point, Rukminigaon, Juripar, and stretches along the National Highway.
• Additional measures include installing a sixth pump in Anil Nagar to expedite drainage and diverting floodwaters in Rukminigaon to reduce waterlogging.
• Monitoring committees comprising residents and officials have been established to oversee progress and ensure transparency in the ongoing efforts.