en.Wedoany.com Reported - The National Highways Authority of India has commenced pre-monsoon drain desilting along the national highway stretch from Jalukbari to Jorabat, which encircles Guwahati, aiming to restore free water flow in roadside drains and reduce waterlogging during the upcoming monsoon season.
The authority has initiated phased desilting operations to address critical low-lying sections, enhancing road safety, vehicular capacity, and the corridor's resilience. Local municipal bodies have been requested to coordinate traffic management during the work period. Heavy machinery and manual labour teams have been deployed to clear silt, debris, and vegetation from primary and secondary drains along the carriageway. The desilting operations include clearing inlet and outlet points, desilting culverts, and ensuring connectivity with natural drainage channels to restore carrying capacity. Engineers from the authority are supervising the technical aspects, with contractors adhering to environmental protection measures and debris disposal protocols to prevent secondary blockages.
Traffic management plans have been formulated to minimise disruption to commuters and freight movement on this busy arterial route during the desilting period. Temporary diversions and lane restrictions will be implemented during working hours, with signage and flagmen deployed at critical junctions. The authority has advised motorists to allow extra travel time and follow the directions of traffic personnel, while ensuring emergency access lanes remain clear around the clock. Coordination with the city police and local administration is ongoing. Officials anticipate that the desilting drive will improve drainage capacity and reduce road flooding issues during heavy rainfall. Regular monitoring will assess effectiveness, with further remedial work scheduled as needed before the peak monsoon period.
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