Guwahati: The footpaths in Dibrugarh have become a hazard for pedestrians, despite being reopened following the Supreme Court’s directive.
In a recent incident that occurred in KC Gogoi Path of Dibrugarh has highlighted the dangers posed by the poorly maintained footpaths.
According to reports, a person was walking on the footpath when his mobile phone fell into a drain.
While attempting to retrieve it, he himself fell into the drain. The drain’s design made it impossible for him to get out, prompting a public outcry.
A crowd gathered at the spot and was forced to break the footpath slab to rescue the person trapped in the drain.
The incident has raised serious concerns about the safety and maintenance of footpaths in Dibrugarh.
The incident demands immediate attention from the authorities to ensure that the footpaths are safe and accessible for pedestrians.
The public is urging the authorities to take necessary measures to rectify the situation and prevent such incidents in the future.
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