The Inland Water Transport Department (IWTD) of Assam on August 28 announced that ferry services will remain suspended between Guwahati and North Guwahati from tomorrow onwards.
Brahmaputra River Crosses Danger Mark Of 105.70 Meters In Dibrugarh
The decision comes from the governing body in light of an alarming rise in the water level of the Brahmaputra River.
Reportedly, the Brahmaputra River was flowing at 105.72 meters at 9 pm on August 27. The people living in the low-lying areas were asked to vacate their hoes and move towards safety after several houses were inundated.
This comes after the Majuli-Nimati ferry services were abruptly suspended indefinitely due to the surge in water levels of the Brahmaputra River, attributed to unceasing heavy rainfall in the region.