Current Date 18 Jan, 2025

Assam's Geleki faces protests due to persistent flooding and erosion.

Residents of Geleki, Assam, protested against persistent flooding and erosion caused by four rivers. The All Assam Students' Union and local residents demanded government intervention to mitigate the decades-long issue. Protesters highlighted the devastating impact on agriculture, homes, and livelihoods, blaming inadequate flood control measures. Simultaneously, FIRs were filed against a council member for illegal coal mining.