Arunachal: Paddy fields submerged, roads swallowed up by raging flood waters in Upper and Lower Siang districts

Continuous heavy rainfall and flash floods have triggered widespread destruction across parts of Lower Siang and East Siang districts of Arunachal Pradesh, damaging agricultural land, residential areas, public infrastructure and disrupting road connectivity.

In Lower Siang district, prolonged rainfall has submerged vast stretches of paddy fields in Mane village, causing extensive damage to standing crops and adversely impacting local farmers during the cultivation season.

The flood situation has also severely affected the Assam–Arunachal Pradesh border region, with the highway at Ruksin witnessing extensive waterlogging and erosion, disrupting movement and raising concerns over connectivity in the area.

Meanwhile, East Siang district has reported significant damage at multiple locations due to incessant rainfall and flash floods. According to available reports, the link road leading to the Upper Campus of Jawaharlal Nehru College has suffered extensive damage, affecting access to the institution.

Floodwaters from Sile and Sibo Korong have inundated adjoining localities in Pasighat, causing damage to several residential and commercial establishments. The overflowing Besong Korong has also resulted in major destruction in parts of Taki Lalung and Bogong-I.

Among the affected landmarks, the historic Runne Church and the bridge over Letong Korong sustained considerable damage due to rising water levels.

At Ledum village, the swollen Dengkam Stream caused severe devastation, destroying several houses and leaving affected families in distress.

Road connectivity has also been impacted, with portions of National Highway-415 at Leku and Rani village remaining submerged under floodwaters, hampering transportation and movement of essential services.

Amid the challenging conditions, rescue operations continued across affected areas. In one such operation, the Indian Army successfully rescued a stranded individual at Oyan, reflecting the ongoing emergency response efforts in flood-hit regions.

In view of the prevailing situation, authorities have appealed to the public to avoid all non-essential travel and venture out only in cases of emergency or urgent medical requirements. Residents have also been urged to remain vigilant, follow advisories issued by the district administration and extend support to those affected by the disaster.