The Kalmoni River flowing through the Azara area on the outskirts of Guwahati has reportedly turned into a dumping ground due to the indiscriminate disposal of waste, prompting residents to urge authorities to take urgent action to restore the river.
Local residents said that large quantities of garbage, including household waste and plastic materials, are being dumped into the river at several points. The river flows between Kahikuchi and Azara villages under the Azara Revenue Circle and runs alongside National Highway 37, serving as an important drainage channel during the monsoon season.
However, the accumulation of waste has obstructed the natural flow of the river in many areas. Residents allege that the problem has worsened due to the lack of a proper waste disposal system, especially for tenants living in rented accommodations in the locality. Some commercial establishments along the riverbank are also reportedly dumping waste directly into the waterbody.
The situation is further aggravated by the presence of an evening market and several hotels, restaurants, fish and meat shops operating near the riverbank. Locals fear that decomposing waste could spread foul odour and harmful pathogens, posing a serious risk to public health.
Residents said the stench from the accumulated garbage has made life difficult for people living nearby as well as commuters passing through the area. They have urged the concerned authorities to take immediate steps to clean the river, remove the accumulated waste and implement an effective waste management system to prevent further pollution.
Citizens have also called for regular monitoring and restoration work to ensure the river continues to function as a natural drainage channel and to protect the surrounding environment.
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