Mizoram Faces Severe Damage from Monsoon Rains

Mizoram is currently facing a significant crisis due to relentless monsoon rains, leading to widespread destruction from landslides and floods. With hundreds of families evacuated and essential services disrupted, authorities are working tirelessly to restore power and water supply. A Post Disaster Management Team has been established to assess the damage and seek financial assistance for recovery efforts. As the state grapples with the aftermath, the focus remains on protecting vulnerable communities and restoring normalcy.
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Mizoram Faces Severe Damage from Monsoon Rains

Impact of Monsoon Rains in Mizoram


Aizawl, June 6: Mizoram is currently grappling with the devastating effects of continuous monsoon rains, which have caused extensive damage throughout the state. Reports indicate that landslides, mudslides, and flash floods have resulted in significant destruction. As of Thursday afternoon, the State Emergency Operation Centre documented landslide incidents at 769 locations, with 272 buildings either damaged or completely destroyed.


Data collected by 12:30 PM on Thursday revealed that 452 families have been evacuated from high-risk areas. Among these, 338 families were forced to leave their homes due to landslides and rockfalls, while 114 families were relocated from flood-prone low-lying regions, particularly near the Tlawng and Khawthlangtuipui rivers. Although some flood-affected individuals have returned home after water levels dropped, many remain in relief camps or safer locations.


Despite a temporary pause in rainfall since Tuesday afternoon, power supply remains inconsistent across various regions of Mizoram. Many towns and villages are still experiencing power outages. Officials from the State Power and Electricity Department reported that nearly all power lines have been restored in Aizawl city, but challenges persist in other areas, where field workers are tirelessly working to restore normalcy.


The water supply situation has also deteriorated significantly, particularly in Aizawl and other major towns. High turbidity in river water and damage to infrastructure have exacerbated the crisis. The Public Health Engineering (PHE) Department noted that four pump sets were submerged, five water intakes and 14 pipelines were damaged, along with seven gravity pipelines and six distribution lines. PHE officials cautioned that it may take time to restore regular water supply.


Road connectivity has been severely impacted by the monsoon-related disasters. Landslides and mudslides have obstructed roads at 319 locations, with 61 retaining walls collapsing and 10 sinking zones identified across the state. Additionally, rockfalls at 11 sites, uprooted trees at eight locations, and damaged electric poles at 10 sites have further complicated the situation.


In light of the crisis, State Disaster Management Minister Prof Lalnilawma announced the establishment of a Post Disaster Management Team (PDMT) to conduct a thorough assessment of the damage and estimate recovery costs. “Once the PDMT submits its findings, the State Government will evaluate the damage further and seek financial assistance from the Centre,” he stated.


He also mentioned that Rs 57 crore has been allocated under the State Disaster Risk Management Fund (SDRMF) for the financial year 2025-2026, with a funding ratio of 90:10 between the Centre and the State. Of this amount, Rs 45.60 crore (80 percent) is designated for the State Disaster Response Fund, while Rs 11.40 crore (20 percent) is allocated for the State Disaster Mitigation Fund.


As Mizoram continues to deal with the aftermath of these natural disasters, authorities are working diligently to restore essential services and protect vulnerable communities from further harm.


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