Northeast Desk, 7th July: The Buridihing River’s persistent erosion in Kharsang, Changlang district, Arunachal Pradesh, poses a grave threat to the only industrial training centre in Balinong. As the river encroaches, vital infrastructure including the centre’s official residence and government property have already been lost.
Despite recent improvements in the flood situation across eastern districts of Arunachal Pradesh, the erosion caused by the Buridihing River has escalated into a critical issue at Kharsang, Changlang district. Of particular concern is the threat posed to the industrial training centre in Balinong, a cornerstone of vocational education in the region.
The erosion has already claimed significant portions of land and essential infrastructure, causing deep concern among the centre’s chairman and staff about its future viability. Without immediate intervention from the Government of Arunachal Pradesh and local authorities, there is a real risk of losing this vital educational institution.
Local officials and community leaders are urging swift action to protect the centre and its surroundings from further damage. The potential loss of the industrial training centre underscores the urgent need for robust measures to mitigate erosion and safeguard critical educational infrastructure for future generations.
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