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25 June 2026

Arunachal Pradesh flash floods and landslides

The event serves as a relevant case study for disaster management and the impact of geophysical phenomena in the ecologically sensitive Himalayan region, providing context for questions on disaster mitigation and infrastructure resilience.

1 min read Day 1 of 6 2 questions 1 prelims

Notes

  • Flash floods and landslides in Arunachal Pradesh caused by heavy monsoon rainfall.
  • Keyi Panyor district reported one fatality and four missing persons.
  • Six districts (Keyi Panyor, Kamle, Kra Daadi, Kurung Kumey, Lower Subansiri, and Upper Subansiri) experienced disrupted road connectivity.
  • Approximately 50 houses damaged in Yazali Circle near the NEEPCO project site.
  • Border Roads Organisation (BRO) and Highway Department engaged in restoration efforts.
  • Strategic bridge connecting East Kameng and Pakke Kessang districts damaged.
  • Indian Air Force deployed for damage assessment and search operations.
  • Assam government issued a high alert for downstream districts due to potential flash flood risks.

Part of a longer story

This is day 1 of 6 in Arunachal Pradesh flash floods and rescue operations, which has been running since 25 June 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

  1. The recurring nature of flash floods and landslides in the North-Eastern region poses a significant challenge to infrastructure development. Discuss the role of the Border Roads Organisation in maintaining connectivity in disaster-prone hilly terrains. 150 words
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  2. Disaster management in the Himalayan region requires a shift from reactive relief measures to proactive mitigation strategies. In the context of recent flash floods in Arunachal Pradesh, analyze the challenges of disaster preparedness in ecologically sensitive zones and suggest a framework for integrated basin management. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Which organization is primarily responsible for the restoration of road connectivity in the border areas of Arunachal Pradesh during natural disasters?

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