Keyi Panyor, Arunachal Pradesh: In a decisive move to combat the widespread damage inflicted by recent monsoon downpours, Deputy Commissioner Shweta Nagarkoti Mehta and Superintendent of Police Angad Mehta of Keyi Panyor district undertook a joint inspection at Tajgi, within the Param Putu Circle. The on-ground assessment aimed to meticulously evaluate the extent of highway damage and spearhead immediate restoration efforts.
During their visit, the top officials engaged extensively with technical teams to gain a comprehensive understanding of the challenges at hand. Directives were issued for the swift mobilisation of resources, prioritising the restoration of traffic flow and ensuring the paramount safety of the public traversing these critical routes. The district administration has underscored its unwavering commitment to closely monitor the ongoing repair work, reinforcing the imperative of inter-departmental collaboration to expedite the process. Timely intervention remains a cornerstone of their strategy to address the burgeoning infrastructure vulnerabilities plaguing the region.
The severe weather has tragically claimed at least nine lives across Arunachal Pradesh in recent days due to flash floods and landslides. In a particularly grim incident reported on Saturday, seven members from two families perished when their vehicle was swept off the Bana-Seppa stretch of National Highway 13 in East Kameng district late Friday night, highlighting the perilous conditions faced by residents amidst the relentless monsoon fury.