A major landslide caused damage to the highway between Hunli and Anini in Arunachal Pradesh, disrupting the crucial route linking Dibang Valley, which shares a border with China.
Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu addressed the incident on social media, expressing concern and issuing directives for prompt restoration of connectivity. He wrote on X, “Disturbed to learn of the inconvenience caused to commuters due to the extensive damage to the highway between Hunli and Anini. Instructions have been issued to restore connectivity at the earliest as this road connects Dibang Valley to the rest of the country.”
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A circulating video depicted the aftermath of the landslide, showcasing a wide and deep cut in the road inundated with rainwater.
The incident comes in the wake of a magnitude 3.0 earthquake that rattled the West Kameng region of Arunachal Pradesh on April 20, according to data from the National Centre for Seismology or NCS.
Dibang Valley, the largest district in Arunachal Pradesh, is distinguished by its scenic landscapes, abundant rainfall, and diverse wildlife. Sharing borders with Tibet and China, it epitomises tranquillity amidst verdant mountains and rushing rivers.
Home to secluded Idu hamlets and a myriad of bird species, the district embodies cultural richness and biodiversity. It is renowned for its medicinal plants, including the Coptis Teeta (Eroh) and Taxus Bacata.
Despite its remote location and challenging terrain, Dibang Valley remains a jewel in Arunachal Pradesh’s crown, beckoning adventurers and nature enthusiasts with its pristine beauty and untouched wilderness.
