STRENGTHS

Gateway to the North-East, and regional hub

Fast-growing metropolis

Rich cultural heritage and history

WEAKNESSES

Prone to urban flooding and landslides

Reduction in wetlands cover

Traffic congestion and road accidents

OPPORTUNITIES

Can become commercial and IT capital of North-East

Potential to expand its eco-tourism destination creds

THREATS

Unplanned urban expansion and rising vehicular population

Sewerage and pollution choking storm water drains, causing floods

Guwahati: Along the Brahmaputra, poised for a reset

Guwahati Smart City plan has pan-political support

Guwahati Vital Stats | The Makeover Mission

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