Continuous heavy rainfall across Nagaland has triggered floods, landslides, road damage and disruption of connectivity in several districts, prompting district administrations, District Disaster Management Authorities (DDMAs) and line departments to intensify restoration and response measures.
According to the Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority (NSDMA), debris deposited along NH-29 near the Dzüdza River has been cleared, restoring vehicular movement on the highway. However, in Chümoukedima district, waterlogging was reported in Ward-9, while a section of the road connecting Jharnapani via Molvom was washed away. A road and culvert between New Chümoukedima and Ruzaphema village also sustained damage due to the incessant rainfall.
The Khughovi Bridge over the Chathe River has meanwhile been closed to public use after the river rose to a dangerous level, posing safety concerns.
In Dimapur, low lying areas were inundated with the monsoon rains affecting large number of people.
In Peren district, flooding and waterlogging were reported at Kelielwa Colony in Jalukie.
In Meluri district, floodwaters inundated paddy fields, while flash floods washed away the hanging bridges at Tetsho and Jijirii, disrupting local connectivity.
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In Phek district, a landslide occurred between Chizami and Mesulumi, and a mudslide was reported near Thuvopisu village along the Phek-Chozouba Road. Authorities have since carried out clearance operations on the Phek-Chozouba Road via Runguzu Nawu village, while the road blockage between Losami and Phek village has been successfully cleared.
In Noklak district, the DDMA cleared a landslide along the 14-km stretch of the Noklak-Saddle Road, restoring access. However, fresh landslides were reported along the Tsuwao-Noklak route, where authorities are continuing to monitor and assess the situation.
In Kiphire district, a joint inspection by the District Administration, DDMA and the PWD (R&B) Department found that a retaining wall and the Food & Civil Supplies (F&CS) Department staff quarters at Jail Ward have been affected by land instability, posing a potential risk to nearby residents.
The NSDMA has advised the public to remain vigilant during the ongoing monsoon season, avoid travelling through flood- and landslide-prone areas unless absolutely necessary, and strictly follow advisories issued by the respective district administrations.
Restoration works, damage assessments and monitoring operations are continuing across all affected districts.
