An unusual sight captured public attention on Sunday, October 5 afternoon when a majestic elephant, guided by its mahout, was seen wading through floodwaters in Sonapur, following intense rainfall that inundated large parts of Guwahati and its adjoining areas.

The unexpected scene drew curiosity and concern among commuters and bystanders who watched the animal calmly making its way through the submerged streets, symbolizing the city’s recurring monsoon woes.

According to the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC), Guwahati, a sudden spell of heavy rainfall accompanied by strong winds and thunderstorms lashed several parts of Assam on Sunday afternoon, catching residents off guard. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) attributed the downpour to a cyclonic circulation forming over north

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