Assam: Residents take action against erosion in Bongaigaon amidst political campaigns

As political campaigns flood the state with promises of development, a stark contrast emerges in Jogighopa, Bongaigaon district. Here, residents of Boalimari village, under Audubi panchayat, are pooling their resources to tackle erosion along the Champavati riverbanks.

For years, erosion along the Champavati river has plagued Boolimari village, leading to substantial loss of farmland for local villagers. Despite the longstanding issue, governmental intervention has been notably absent, leaving residents to fend for themselves.

In response, the villagers have taken matters into their own hands, mobilizing efforts to prevent further erosion by cutting bamboo and tree branches along the riverbanks. This grassroots initiative demonstrates the community's resilience and determination to safeguard their land and livelihoods.

While political parties vie for votes and make promises of development, the proactive approach of the residents in addressing the immediate threat of erosion highlights the urgency of the situation. With no government intervention in sight, the burden falls squarely on the shoulders of the affected communities to protect their homes and fields from the relentless force of nature.