Ferry services connecting Assam’s Majuli have been suspended indefinitely amid a concerning rise in the water levels of the Brahmaputra River.
Ferry Services Connecting Majuli Halted
Reportedly, the decision to suspend ferry services in Majuli was made in view of the safety of passengers. The rising water levels of the Brahmaputra River has led to the ferry ramps getting completely submerged, leading the authorities to take this precautionary measure.
According to the Inland Water Transport Department, the suspension will remain in force until the water levels subside below the danger levels.
According to sources, the ferry services have been suspended at both the Aphalamukh-Nimati and Kamalabari-Nimati ghats.
While speaking about the decision, a ferry ghat official said, “We were witnessing ferry services operate under normal schedule amid a negligible rise in water levels up until yesterday. However, last night, the water levels rose sharply and have been rising gradually even this morning. So it now depends entirely on the water levels. If the levels decrease, then we may be able to resume services by tomorrow, otherwise ferry services will remain suspended.”