Guwahati: Joysagar Tank is dying. Once a crown jewel of Assam's Ahom heritage, the massive waterbody now chokes on wild weeds and aggressive aquatic plants. Neglect has turned this historic site into a mess of overgrown grass and hanging tree branches.
Ahom Swargadeo Rudra Singha excavated the tank in 1697 to honor his mother, Sati Joymoti. It remains one of the largest man-made tanks in Asia. Today, it faces a new threat: encroachers. Locals report that both private businesses and government entities have set up shop along the banks, shrinking the landmark's footprint.
Heritage enthusiasts are fed up. They watch as state funds pour into other Sivasagar district projects while this iconic site rots. Residents demand immediate restoration and a cleanup to protect the cultural legacy for future generations. One local observer noted, "Residents and heritage enthusiasts have questioned the apparent lack of attention from the authorities towards preserving one of Assam's most iconic historical landmarks."
Tourists still flock to the site despite the visible decay. The state government now faces mounting pressure to act before the damage becomes permanent.
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