Kohima, August 6 (MExN): The Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority (NSDMA) has said it is continuing to coordinate with district administrations, District Disaster Management Authorities (DDMAs) and line departments to expedite restoration works and ensure the timely distribution of relief materials in areas affected by the ongoing monsoon rains across the State.
According to an NSDMA press release, road restoration, debris clearance and damage assessment are being carried out on a priority basis to restore connectivity and reduce the impact of landslides and flash floods.
In Kohima district, landslides and mudslides were reported at Kenouzou Colony, DBS Road near T Khel Kharu, Lower Chandmari Colony and Phesama. Partial road blockages were also reported along NH-29 near the Dzüdza River and the old KMC dumping site.
The authority stated that "daily debris clearance at the Phesama landslide is being carried out by NHIDCL," while debris clearance along affected stretches of NH-29 is being undertaken jointly by NHIDCL and the PWD (National Highways). Immediate mitigation and restoration works are continuing in the affected locations, it added.
In Tuensang district, the road connecting Tuensang Village and Haak has been completely cut off following heavy rainfall. The concerned authorities are assessing the situation to restore connectivity.
In Peren district, the District Administration and DDMA handed over relief materials to an affected household at Beilikui Ward while road restoration and landslide clearance operations continue.
The release informed that in Phek district, the Public Works Department (Roads & Bridges) cleared a major landslide near Tsundang Village, restoring road connectivity along the affected route.
In Longleng district, road clearance operations have been carried out on the Anakhai–Shemnyuching road. However, the road connecting Tamlu, Anakhai and Shemnyuching remains blocked, with restoration work continuing to reopen the affected stretch.
In Noklak district, the DDMA cleared a landslide at the 14-km stretch of the Noklak–Saddle Road. Road connectivity has also been restored along the Nokhu–Aniashu and Noklak–Langnok roads following successful clearance operations, while restoration work is continuing in other affected areas.
The NSDMA said it will continue to work closely with district administrations, DDMAs and line departments to facilitate restoration works and provide relief materials wherever required.
The authority also urged the public to “remain vigilant during the ongoing monsoon season, avoid unnecessary travel through landslide-prone areas, and follow advisories issued by the respective district authorities.”
