Assam Students Risk Lives Daily Crossing Rivers to Reach School

Children in Assam face daily risks as they use small boats to cross rivers to reach school due to the lack of a permanent bridge in Dhemaji district. Schoolchildren in Chengajan Gowala village under the Jonai Assembly constituency travel across the Lali river and Buri Sauti on boats every day. Parents remain deeply concerned about the safety of their children due to strong currents and limited boat availability. villagers state that this lack of proper connectivity directly affects the education of students who often fail to reach school on time.

Impact on Daily Life and Healthcare

Residents note that the problem extends beyond students to patients, pregnant women, farmers, and traders who also depend on the same boat service. Medical emergencies become severe when a boat is not available to take patients for treatment. Villagers also report that the area lacks adequate healthcare and veterinary facilities, forcing people to rely on doctors from distant places. Local residents demand a permanent bridge at the confluence of the Lali River and Buri Sauti to ensure safe travel for everyone. Previous bridge damages in Jonai have similarly forced students to use boats during floods and other times, highlighting ongoing connectivity issues in the region.