Assam: Ferry services between Majuli and Jorhat suspended temporarily
First Published: 27th August, 2023 12:18 IST
Currently, the Brahmaputra is flowing over the danger level at Kamalabari in Majuli
The ferry service between Majuli and Jorhat on the Brahmaputra river in Assam has been temporarily suspended as the Brahmaputra river’s water level surged beyond danger levels.
The move has been taken as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of travelers and the vessels.
Currently, the Brahmaputra is flowing over the danger level at Kamalabari in Majuli.
The ferry boats that ply between the ghats of Kamalabari and Nimatighat have been ordered to suspend operations for the time being till further orders.
Also Read: Serial killer on the prowl? Another Assam couple killed in their sleep
COMMENTS
TOPMOST STORY NOW
Live Manipur: 7 women shave heads: Defining moment as violence in Manipur completes a year
03rd May 2024
Live Amid petrol bomb attacks, govt vehicle set ablaze in Shillong
03rd May 2024
Live One year of Manipur violence, peace and normalcy still eludes
03rd May 2024
Live Many families displaced in Assam’s Barpeta due to Brahmaputra River’s bank erosion
03rd May 2024
WE RECOMMEND
Many families displaced in Assam’s Barpeta due to Brahmaputra River’s bank erosion
She further said that many families in her locality are facing similar problems.
03rd May 2024
Robbers snatch bag with Rs 45 lakh from inside PNB bank in Assam
Two employees of Aditya Agro Foods, were waiting near the cash deposit counter to deposit the money when the incident took place
02nd May 2024
Conservation biologist from Assam, ‘Hargila Baideu’ Dr Purnima Devi Barman awarded Whitley Gold Award 2024, popularly known as Green Oscar
She was given the award by the Whitley Fund for Nature (WFN) in recognition of her excellence in the conservation of Greater Adjutant Stork (Hargila) in Assam
02nd May 2024
Hopes dashed: Assam’s Hima Das fails to finish 200 M event at Indian Grand Prix-1
She began the race but could not complete the last 50 meters at the event held at the Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru.
02nd May 2024
2 brothers among 3 youths drown in Beki river in Assam, bodies recovered
The three youths hailed from Barpeta Road. They had gone to Manas National Park and went for a bath in the Beki river on Wednesday.
02nd May 2024