Heavy Rains Cause Major Disruptions in Arunachal Pradesh

Heavy rainfall in Arunachal Pradesh's Leparada, Siang, and Lower Siang districts caused landslides, blocking roads and submerging fields. A landslide near Siji bridge point buried an earthmover, though no casualties were reported. Officials are assessing the damage and urging locals in vulnerable areas to move to safer locations.

Heavy rain lashed Arunachal Pradesh's Leparada, Siang, and Lower Siang districts, triggering landslides that blocked critical roads, an official confirmed. A landslide near the Siji bridge point completely obstructed the Likabali-Basar-Aalo-Mechuka and Likabali-Basar-Daporijo roads.

Rujjum Rakshap, deputy commissioner of Lower Siang, informed PTI that a massive landslide occurred near the Siji bridge point, burying an earthmover engaged in clearing debris. Contrary to reports, the driver and two helpers were not trapped by the landslide. The executive magistrate and police inspected the site, affirming no casualties.

In Leparada, District Disaster Management Officer (DDMO) T Pema reported that continuous rain has submerged wet rice fields, with officials assessing the damage. Residents near rivers and landslide-prone zones have been urged to relocate temporarily. Vigilance remains high in flooded areas.

In Siang district, another landslide near Yeksing disrupted road communication, blocking the Aalo-Pangin-Pasighat road and stranding several vehicles. Efforts to clear debris and restore normalcy continue.

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