In Newscity
Guwahati
Assam, India
Why in news
Jul 2026
BRICS nations adopted the Guwahati Declaration against drug trafficking here, while the city also battled severe urban flooding.
Key facts
- BRICS nations adopted the Guwahati Declaration against drug trafficking here, while the city also battled severe urban flooding.
UPSC relevance
Prelims
Prelims may ask which state or country it is in and the recent event linked to it.
Mains
Mains (GS-1/GS-3): urbanisation and related governance or economic themes.
Asked in UPSC
2008, 2006, 2005, 2001
Frequently asked questions
Why is Guwahati in the news?
Jul 2026: BRICS nations adopted the Guwahati Declaration against drug trafficking here, while the city also battled severe urban flooding.
Why is Guwahati important for UPSC?
Prelims may ask which state or country it is in and the recent event linked to it. Mains (GS-1/GS-3): urbanisation and related governance or economic themes.
Last updated: 2026-10-09