Heavy rainfall in the region on Wednesday evening caused severe waterlogging along stretches of National Highway-6 at Jorabat, disrupting traffic on the vital highway linking Guwahati with Shillong and other parts of the Northeast. The flooding, which is a recurring problem in the area during the monsoon season, led to major inconvenience for commuters as vehicles were forced to move slowly through submerged sections of the highway. The situation turned dramatic when a small vehicle attempting to cross the flooded stretch near the Jorabat bridge was swept away by the strong current.
The water levels at the site had risen to nearly waist height, underscoring the risks posed by the inundated roadway. This incident has raised concerns over the safety of motorists and the need for a long-term solution to the flooding problem. Despite repeated occurrences of flooding over the years, the problem continues to disrupt traffic and endanger motorists.
The latest incident has once again highlighted the persistent flooding at Jorabat during heavy rainfall. Despite repeated occurrences over the years, the problem continues to disrupt traffic, endanger motorists, and raise concerns over the need for a long-term solution along the crucial NH-6 corridor.
