Arunachal Pradesh Hit by Over 32,000 Affected by Disasters Jan-May

Arunachal Pradesh has been grappling with a series of severe weather-related disasters from January to May, affecting more than 32,800 residents. The State Emergency Operation Centre reported significant loss of life and property, with seven individuals losing their lives and eight others sustaining injuries. Landslides, storms, and lightning strikes were the primary causes of these fatalities.

The impact has been widespread, with 26 districts experiencing the brunt of these calamities. Districts like Anjaw, Upper Subansiri, Namsai, Kra Daadi, East Kameng, Siang, and Changlang have been particularly hard-hit. The report details a substantial number of forest fires, storms, earthquakes, landslides, floods, and heavy rainfall events, affecting numerous circles and villages across the state.

The economic and infrastructural toll is considerable. Thousands of hectares of agricultural and horticultural land have been damaged, impacting crop yields. Crucially, vital infrastructure, including roads, power lines, bridges, and water supply facilities, has suffered extensive destruction. Government buildings and essential services like hospitals and schools have also been affected, highlighting the deep and multifaceted damage caused by these natural disasters.