Guwahati: Residents of Bhakat Gaon in Assam's Nazira subdivision are calling for immediate action after detecting a gas leak from an underground pipeline operated by the Oil and Natural Gas Corporation. The leak, identified at Dithaipukhuri Silakuti Bhakat Gaon, involves pipelines that transport crude oil and natural gas directly through local agricultural land.
Villagers report that gas has been escaping from the infrastructure for several days, prompting widespread fear regarding potential accidents. Local farmers have expressed reluctance to work in their fields, citing significant safety concerns. Many residents attribute the issue to a lack of proper monitoring and maintenance of the underground lines, with some noting that the situation highlights the need for better preventive measures to avoid industrial disasters.
In a formal appeal to the district administration and ONGC, the community has requested an immediate site inspection to assess the damage and ensure public safety. Local farmers stressed the urgency of the situation, explaining, "The reported leak was detected at Dithaipukhuri Silakuti Bhakat Gaon, where ONGC pipelines carrying crude oil and natural gas pass through agricultural land." ONGC has not yet provided a response to the allegations.
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