Public Outcry Grows Over Unsafe Footpaths in Guwahati Following Tragic Death of Boy

Days after the tragic incident where eight-year-old Avinash died after falling into an open drain, the Guwahati Municipal Corporation (GMC) has yet to address the ongoing safety hazards. Footpaths in Guwahati remain in a dangerous state, with missing slabs and uneven surfaces posing significant risks to pedestrians.

On Thursday, a commuter highlighted the perilous open iron slabs on a footpath in the Ganeshguri area during a morning walk.

On July 4, Avinash was swept away in a drain amid heavy rainfall in Guwahati’s Bamunimaidam area, sparking statewide outrage and raising serious questions about the authorities’ negligence in maintaining public safety. The community demands immediate action to prevent further tragedies.