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Demolition of Historic Mahafezkhana Sparks Anger in Guwahati

Guwahati: The Guwahati Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) demolished Mahafezkhana, a 160-year-old land records office, for the Brahmaputra riverfront project. The decision upset many people, as officials did not ask residents before taking action. Built between 1855 and 1865, Mahafezkhana had strong brick walls, iron gates, and a covered verandah. It served as a record room […]