
Fresh landslides triggered by incessant monsoon rainfall disrupted normal life in Arunachal Pradesh's West Kameng district on Sunday, affecting road connectivity and raising concerns over further weather-related disruptions.
Officials said continuous rainfall has saturated hill slopes, resulting in mudslides and debris flows at several locations. The landslides have particularly affected stretches of the strategic Balipara–Charduar–Tawang (BCT) Highway, a vital route connecting Arunachal Pradesh's border areas.
No Casualties Reported
No casualties had been reported from West Kameng till Sunday evening. However, authorities remain on high alert as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall, accompanied by thunderstorms, across the district and other parts of Arunachal Pradesh over the coming days.
Over 94,000 Affected Across the State
The latest landslides come amid a prolonged monsoon spell that has caused widespread damage across the state since late June.
According to official estimates, more than 94,000 people across 26 districts have been affected by floods and landslides. At least seven people have lost their lives in separate rain-related incidents reported from districts including Keyi Panyor, Anjaw, and Lower Siang, while several others remain missing.
Heavy rainfall has also damaged roads and bridges, blocked highways, and inundated agricultural land in several parts of the state.
Restoration Work Underway
In West Kameng, teams from the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) and the district administration have been deployed to clear debris and restore traffic on affected roads. Restoration work is currently underway, although officials said it may take some time before normal movement is fully restored.
The district administration has advised residents, especially those living in vulnerable hilly and low-lying areas, to remain vigilant, avoid unnecessary travel on landslide-prone routes, and strictly follow official advisories.
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