A brief spell of rain triggered severe artificial flooding across Assam’s commercial town of Tinsukia, submerging several major roads and causing widespread inconvenience to residents, commuters and students on May 23.
 

Large parts of the town remained waterlogged, with many of the main roads going under water following the rainfall. Residents alleged that poor drainage infrastructure and lack of proper water management have continued to worsen the recurring problem of artificial flooding in the town.
 

Students of schools and colleges were among the worst affected as waterlogging disrupted movement across several areas. Serious inconvenience was reported in front of the town’s only women’s college, where deep water accumulation made it difficult for students to enter and leave the campus safely.
 

Several areas near the ASTC premises in Tinsukia, along with stretches of the busy AT Road, were also submerged under water, affecting vehicular movement and daily activities.
 

Locals expressed frustration over the persistent flooding situation, alleging that despite the ruling government being in power for two consecutive terms, authorities have failed to address the chronic issue of artificial flooding in the town.
 

Artificial flooding during monsoon showers has remained a recurring concern in Assam’s Tinsukia, with residents frequently demanding improved drainage systems and long-term urban flood management measures.