Tawang (Arunachal Pradesh) :  In view of continuous rainfall across Tawang district over the past several days, the risk of landslides, mudslides and blockage of natural watercourses has increased considerably. Keeping in view the potential threat of a major mudslide along the downstream areas of Bomdir Nallah, the District Administration has issued repeated advisories, urging villagers and residents living near streams, nallahs and other vulnerable locations to remain alert.

As part of precautionary measures, a team of officials led by Assistant Commissioner Tenzin Jambey, along with District Disaster Management Officer (DDMO), Tawang, Genden Tsomu, and representatives of the Tawang Brigade, Indian Army, conducted a survey of the Mhenkhar and Bhuip areas towards PTSO, where large-scale landslide activity has been observed.

During the survey, the team observed continued movement of mud and debris in the affected areas. Officials noted the possibility that the moving debris could obstruct or block natural watercourses, resulting in sudden accumulation of water and posing a serious threat to downstream areas in the event of a breach or further slope failure.

Meanwhile, Assistant Commissioner, Kyidphel, Sange Norbu, has been continuously alerting villagers and disseminating precautionary information through WhatsApp and other social media platforms to ensure timely communication at the grassroots level.

Considering the prevailing weather conditions and the continuing instability of vulnerable slopes, the District Administration has issued a fresh advisory regarding the possibility of waterlogging, landslides and mudslides.

Residents, particularly those living along streams, nallahs, low-lying areas and landslide-prone locations, have been advised to remain extremely vigilant and avoid unnecessary movement near vulnerable slopes and watercourses.

The District Administration has also appealed to the public not to ignore official advisories or take unnecessary risks while crossing swollen streams, landslide zones or unstable stretches of road.

Residents have been urged to immediately inform the local administration about any unusual blockage of watercourses, sudden rise or fall in water levels, movement of debris or signs of slope instability.

The administration has appealed to the public to remain alert, follow official advisories and cooperate with the District Administration and disaster management authorities to ensure their own safety as well as the safety of the wider community.