Late-night chaos in Guwahati’s Ganeshguri has left RP Road residents fearful and sleepless
For most parts of Guwahati, the hours after midnight bring silence. Streets empty out, shutters come down, and families finally rest after a long day. But in Ganeshguri’s RP Road area, nights have turned into hours of fear, frustration, and sleeplessness for many residents.
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What was once considered one of the city’s prime and relatively peaceful localities is now witnessing repeated late-night disturbances that residents say are slowly making life unbearable. According to several locals living near the UCO Bank, Dispur Branch premises, a group of unruly youths has been gathering almost every night between 2 am and 3 am, allegedly creating chaos till dawn.
Residents claim the group shouts loudly, screams, uses abusive language, and creates an atmosphere of panic in the locality till nearly 4 am or sometimes even 5 am.
The repeated disturbances have now triggered serious concerns among families, especially elderly people, children, and office-goers who are being forced to spend sleepless nights.
“It feels like we are living in fear inside our own homes,” said a resident of RP Road. “People cannot sleep peacefully anymore. Every night we wait, wondering whether the shouting will start again.”
The issue recently reached the police officially after local resident Sundip Das submitted a written complaint to the Officer-in-Charge of Dispur Police Station on February 19. In his letter, he urged the police to intervene immediately and increase night patrolling in the area.
In the complaint, he described the late-night gatherings as a “serious public nuisance” and highlighted how residents were being mentally disturbed almost every night.
“I request you to kindly take prompt action, increase police patrolling in this area at night, and take necessary measures to stop these unlawful gatherings,” the complaint stated.
However, residents say this is not a new issue. According to them, disturbances have been taking place repeatedly over the past several days, and despite multiple calls to the police, the problem continues.
Talking to GPlus, Sudip Das said the situation has crossed the point of tolerance.
“Every night they come and create chaos. People shout from their balconies asking them to leave, but nobody listens. We have called the police several times. Sometimes they come, but after some time the same people return again,” he said.
He further questioned why stricter action has not yet been taken despite repeated complaints from residents.
“We are not asking for anything unreasonable. We only want peace during the night. Is that too much to ask for?” he added.
Another resident, Mahendra Das, echoed similar concerns and alleged that the gatherings have now become a routine affair.
“This is no longer an isolated incident. It has become a pattern. The same people gather at the same place at almost the same time every night,” he said.
Though residents suspect that some members of the group may be intoxicated, this could not be independently verified by GPlus.
Locals, however, say the behaviour of the group reflects complete disregard for public peace and safety.
Women in the locality have also expressed growing fear over the situation. Dipanjali Das, another resident of RP Road, said families have started feeling unsafe during late-night hours.
“This has become a regular problem now. We feel helpless because despite repeated complaints, there is no permanent solution,” she said.
According to her, the disturbances are affecting the daily lives of residents in multiple ways.
“Children are unable to sleep properly before school. Elderly people who are unwell wake up in fear because of the shouting. People who have office the next day remain disturbed throughout the night,” she said.
Residents say the problem area is located below the UCO Bank building on RP Road. During the day, the place remains crowded with vehicles, customers, and office-goers. But after midnight, the stretch becomes relatively deserted.
According to locals, the spot has gradually turned into a gathering point because of poor lighting and lack of consistent surveillance during late-night hours.
“After midnight the road becomes quiet and dark. That is probably why they choose this place,” said a resident who did not wish to be named.
The resident added that the issue is no longer just about loud noise.
“Today they are only shouting. Tomorrow it could become something much more serious. If such activities continue unchecked, the locality may become unsafe for everyone,” he said.
Several residents also raised questions over the effectiveness of night patrolling in one of Guwahati’s busiest commercial and administrative zones.
Ganeshguri houses major offices, banks, shops, residential buildings, and important government establishments. Thousands of people pass through the locality every day. Yet residents say the area appears neglected during the late-night hours when disturbances peak.
Locals claim that although police personnel occasionally respond after receiving calls, the action usually remains temporary.
“The police vehicle comes, the group disappears for some time, and then they return again after the police leave,” said another resident.
According to him, the absence of strict action has only encouraged repeat incidents.
“No one is detained. No serious warning is given. Naturally they have no fear,” he alleged.
Residents are now demanding stronger preventive measures instead of temporary responses.
When GPlus contacted officials at Dispur Police Station regarding the allegations and complaints raised by residents, no official response was received till the filing of this report.
However, an official from the Commissioner of Police’s office acknowledged the matter and said the issue would be looked into.
“At night, our vehicles remain on patrol duty. Whenever we notice illegal activities, action is taken. But most of the time, these people run away, and after police leave the area, they return again and continue such activities,” the official said.
The statement, however, has done little to reassure residents who say they are looking for visible and consistent action on the ground.
Residents have now collectively demanded several immediate measures from the authorities. These include increased night patrolling between midnight and early morning hours, strict action against individuals creating public nuisance, regular monitoring of the identified location, and installation of better lighting and surveillance systems in the area.
Many believe the issue reflects a larger concern regarding night-time policing in important parts of the city.
“If disturbances like this continue unchecked in a central locality like Ganeshguri, what message does it send?” asked a resident.
For families living in RP Road, the issue has moved beyond inconvenience.
Residents say it is now directly affecting their health, mental peace, and sense of security.
As Ganeshguri continues expanding as one of Guwahati’s busiest commercial hubs, locals say authorities must ensure that residents are not forced to spend their nights in fear and uncertainty.
For now, however, many families continue waiting for silence to return to their neighbourhood.