In Arunachal Pradesh, a substantial landslide occurred, washing away a segment of a thoroughfare and causing disruption to road connectivity to Dibang Valley, a district adjacent to China. The roadway connecting Hunli and Anini represented the sole conduit linking Dibang Valley to the broader Indian expanse.
Expressing concern over the landslide episode, Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu utilized a platform to communicate, emphasizing directives for the restoration of connectivity. He conveyed, “Distressed to ascertain the inconvenience inflicted upon travelers owing to the extensive impairment of the thoroughfare between Hunli and Anini. Directives have been dispensed to promptly reinstate connectivity given the significance of this route in linking Dibang Valley with the remainder of the nation.”
Following the landslide, terrestrial communication to Dibang Valley district within the northeastern province encountered interruption. The critical segment linking Roing in the lower Dibang Valley to Anini incurred damage.
The local administration mobilized laborers and sufficient equipment to expedite repairs on the thoroughfare. Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Dhurbajyoti Borah of Anini indicated that restoring traffic flow would necessitate a couple of days. Nonetheless, endeavors are underway to facilitate the passage of small vehicles along the route by Thursday evening.
An advisory has been disseminated by the administration urging residents to refrain from venturing into landslide-prone areas and water bodies, as well as advising against activities such as fishing. Furthermore, cautionary advice has been issued against nocturnal travel.
Just a few days earlier, a landslide of considerable magnitude obstructed the roadway leading to Mayodia on the border, which eventually reopened for transit on Wednesday.