Titaimari River Erosion Worsens, Villagers Await Real Action

The Titaimari River’s erosion near Chakial village under Chaparmukh is turning increasingly alarming. Since the 2022 floods, the erosion has continued to worsen, and as of last night, nearly half of the embankment has once again been lost to the river.

Despite repeated media visits and political promises, no lasting measures have been taken. The villagers state that year after year, only temporary efforts are made, usually when the monsoon approaches, while no permanent steps are implemented. Last night’s incident marked yet another setback, as a fresh portion of the area collapsed, cutting off connectivity and increasing fear among the locals.

A local woman shared her concern, saying, “The ministers only make promises. Every year during the rainy season, they send some workers, but the work is done carelessly and is never completed. Now we’re left with broken paths and daily struggles.” She added that students face difficulties getting to school, and there are no proper roads for cars, bikes, or even ambulances to pass. “Even during rain, students have to walk long distances just to reach school. There’s no proper transportation anymore.”

The situation worsens during the monsoon. Villagers say the erosion has reached a point where it's affecting daily life and basic access to services.

One man added, “In 2022, the erosion became aggressive. They placed a few bamboo fences later, but that did nothing. In 2023, some work was started again, but just like always, it was left incomplete. It’s always rushed during the rainy season, but if they started in November, the work would be ready before the floods in April.”

He further said that rising expenses and constant infrastructure failures are making life harder. “We’ve been suffering for three years now. All we’re asking for is a permanent solution for the erosion and the Mothauri. Even the nearby bridge has been under construction forever. It’s just like the railway projects, never completed on time.”

Minister Pijush Hazarika had also promised to resolve the road issues in the area, but according to the villagers, nothing significant has been done yet.

From 2022 to now, erosion has continued to haunt the village, and while several ministers have promised long-term solutions and reconstruction of the embankment, the residents are still waiting for actual results. All they ask is that the promises finally turn into real action, before it’s too late.

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