Rainwaters continue to wreak havoc in Guwahati with more and more areas of the premier north eastern city coming under the waters on Monday. This has forced the authorities to order shut down of all city schools until further notice. The situation turned worse in the afternoon because of the incessant rains that lashed the city for the last 29 hours. The river Bharalu is swallowing forcing the rainwaters to spill in the GS Road and Zoo Road in the afternoon. Massive waters have resulted in huge traffic snarl on the GS Road and RG Baruah Road apart from many by lanes in the city. A section of schools and colleges, banks and offices, shops and markets have been forced to remain closed because of rainwaters. The government has ordered all schools in the city to remain shut till further notice. Same it is in Dispur where rainwaters have spilled to the government residences of MLAs and ministers. The situation would be turn grave if the incessant rains continue for the next 24 hours. The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) has been kept on standby in the city.
The 'Uttar Purvi Mahotsav 2024', a five-day cultural extravaganza showcasing Northeast India's richness, kicks off on January 13 at Bharat Mandapam. Organized by the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) and NEHHDC, the festival aims to display diverse arts, crafts, and cultures, fostering economic opportunities. With 250 participants including weavers, farmers, and entrepreneurs, the event features panel discussions, buyer-seller meets, traditional performances, and a focus on women's roles in regional development. Highlighting the youth's contribution and challenges, the festival aims to explore how they can shape India's economic landscape. Additionally, specialized...
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