Guwahati, Sept. 10 -- Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has instructed the Public Works Department (PWD) to immediately repair damaged roads, fix footpaths, and close open manholes across Guwahati in preparation for the upcoming Durga Puja festivities.

During a review meeting with PWD officials on September 9, Sarma urged the department to prioritize public safety and urban upkeep. He insisted that teams follow a clear standard operating procedure (SoP) to ensure they properly cover manholes after cleaning the city's drains.

The Chief Minister also directed officials to open the under-construction flyover connecting Noonmati and Dighalipukhuri for public use before the festival begins.

In addition to Guwahati, Sarma instructed P...