Arunachal Pradesh News

Nah Welfare Society alleges Chinese PLA camps inside Indian territory in Arunachal, seeks government intervention

The Nah Welfare Society has alleged that the Chinese PLA set up camps inside Indian territory near Taksing. The memorandum seeks government intervention and says the affected areas are culturally significant.

Four stranded on river island in Arunachal rescued after overnight operation

Four people stranded overnight on islands in the swollen Sisiri (Sisar) River near Dambuk in Arunachal Pradesh's Lower Dibang Valley district were rescued on Monday, June 29, in a multi-agency operation involving the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), the Indian Air Force (IAF), local rafting teams and domestic elephants.

Three dead, two still missing as floods and landslides ravage Arunachal

Heavy monsoon rains continued to wreak havoc across Arunachal Pradesh on June 29, claiming more lives, triggering fresh landslides and flash floods, and disrupting road connectivity across at least 12 districts as rescue and relief operations intensified.

Amit Shah reviews Arunachal flood situation with CM Khandu, assures Centre's full support

Arunachal Pradesh has been reeling under incessant rainfall, triggering flash floods, landslides and river erosion across several districts over the past few days.

Arunachal govt on high alert as floods worsen; Home Minister assures full-scale rescue operations

Arunachal Pradesh Home Minister Mama Natung has said the state government is fully prepared to deal with the ongoing flood situation, with rescue and relief operations being carried out on a war footing across affected areas.

Arunachal CM Pema Khandu flags off ‘Op Arunoday’ to boost border tourism and local livelihoods

In a significant initiative aimed at promoting adventure tourism and accelerating development in Arunachal Pradesh’s border regions, the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh on Monday, June 29 flagged off ‘Op Arunoday’ from the historic Jaswantgarh War Memorial.

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.

Arunachal flash floods: NH-415 submerged, several areas affected amid severe flooding in East Siang

Incessant rainfall and flash floods have triggered widespread destruction across East Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh, causing extensive damage to infrastructure, residential areas, public assets and disrupting connectivity in several locations.

Arunachal: Eight rescued, three await evacuation after raft overturns in Dambuk during rescue operations

Rescue operations continued in Arunachal Pradesh’s Lower Dibang Valley district on Monday, June 29 morning after a rescue raft carrying stranded persons and rescuers overturned in the swollen Sisiri River at Dambuk amid strong river currents.

Arunachal: Lower Siang administration issues advisory, urges residents along Siji river to relocate amid flash flood threat

The Lower Siang district administration in Arunachal Pradesh has issued an urgent public advisory directing residents living along both banks of the Siji River to move to safer locations as a precautionary measure following a massive landslide that has blocked the river’s flow.

One missing after rescue raft overturns in Arunachal’s Dambuk, search operation continues

A rescue operation remained underway after a raft carrying rescuers and stranded individuals overturned in the Sisiri River at Dambuk in Arunachal Pradesh’s Lower Dibang Valley district, leaving one person missing and four stranded on a river island.

Arunachal: Flood fury disrupts connectivity across East Siang amid continuous rainfall

Incessant rainfall triggered by a cloudburst since Saturday, June 27 night has caused widespread flooding across East Siang district and several parts of Arunachal Pradesh, damaging roads, bridges, electric infrastructure, houses and agricultural land, while disrupting normal life across affected areas.

Massive forest fire near Arunachal's Dirang brought under control following swift response by SSB personnel

A massive forest fire broke out near the Nimas area and Kendriya Vidyalaya (K.V.) Dirang at around 2:30 PM on June 28, triggering concern over the safety of nearby residential settlements and public property.

Arunachal flash flood: Heavy landslide triggers river blockage near Likabali, authorities warn of danger downstream

Torrential rainfall continued to batter several parts of Arunachal Pradesh, triggering landslides, flash floods and extensive infrastructure damage across multiple districts, while rescue and restoration operations remain underway.

Arunachal: Travel advisory issued, public asked to avoid non-essential travel on NH-13 amid heavy rainfall

The Arunachal government has issued a travel advisory for commuters, travel agencies and the general public following multiple road blockages caused by continuous heavy rainfall and adverse weather conditions along the Pasighat–Pangin Road section of National Highway-13.

Arunachal cloudburst toll rises to three as key highway remains cut off

Rescuers recovered the last missing person after the June 24 cloudburst in Keyi Panyor district. Even as the search ended, landslides and road damage kept seven Arunachal districts cut off.

Third body suspected to be cloudburst victim found in Arunachal river

Arunachal flash flood: Two bodies recovered, NDRF steps up search for three missing

The NDRF has intensified search operations in Arunachal Pradesh's Keyi Panyor district for three people missing after a flash flood. Road blockages, debris and shifting weather have slowed the rescue effort as more teams prepare to join.

Arunachal's Laki Weshi Sangno wins by first-round TKO at Canggu Fight Night 39 in Bali

Arunachal Pradesh's Laki Weshi Sangno registered a stunning victory at Canggu Fight Night 39 in Bali, Indonesia, knocking out local fighter Namr Arad via a first-round technical knockout (TKO) in the strawweight category on June 26.

Red alert issued for West and East Kameng amid heavy rainfall in Arunachal

The Meteorological Centre, Itanagar, has issued a five-day district-wise weather warning for Arunachal Pradesh, forecasting heavy to extremely heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning across several parts of the state from June 27 to July 1.

Arunachal Governor raises concern over low POCSO conviction rate, calls for stronger prosecution

Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen K T Parnaik raised concern over low POCSO conviction rates at a high-level review meeting. He called for stronger prosecution and a whole-of-state effort to improve justice and safety for women and children.