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A devastating landslide struck Arunachal Pradesh's East Kameng district, claiming seven lives, including women and children. The incident occurred on the Bana-Seppa stretch of NH-13, notorious for landslides during monsoon. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju and Home Minister Mama Natung expressed condolences, urging caution during the rainy season. With relentless rain affecting the region, travel safety warnings have been heightened to prevent further tragedies.

Key Points: Landslide in Arunachal Kills Seven Including Women and Children

  • Seven killed in Arunachal landslide on NH-13
  • Women and children among victims
  • Warnings issued for monsoon travel safety
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Children, women among seven killed in Arunachal landslides

Tragic landslide in Arunachal's East Kameng claims seven lives, plunging vehicle into gorge.

"Deeply saddened by the tragic landslide in Arunachal Pradesh. - Kiren Rijiju"

Itanagar, May 31

Seven people, including two women and two children, were killed in a massive landslide on National Highway-13 in Arunachal Pradesh's East Kameng district amid heavy rains, officials said here on Saturday.

An official said that a vehicle carrying seven people was swept away by a massive landslide between the Bana-Seppa stretch of NH-13 in East Kameng district and plunged into a gorge.

The Maruti car was moving towards Seppa when the rain-triggered landslide struck it on Friday night. The rescue team later recovered the bodies.

The Bana-Seppa route is widely regarded as one of the most landslide-prone corridors in Arunachal Pradesh, especially during the monsoon season (June to September).

Arunachal Pradesh Home Minister and local MLA Mama Natung, and Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju deeply condoled the deaths.

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju in his post said: “Deeply saddened by the tragic landslide in Arunachal Pradesh that claimed seven innocent lives. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. May the departed souls rest in peace. Prayers for strength and healing to all affected by this heartbreaking loss.”

In a post on his X handle, Mama Natung said: “It’s very painful to hear about the tragic loss of seven lives in my Assembly constituency due to a landslide on NH 13 Road in between Bana and Seppa.”

“My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families during this difficult time. I request everyone to remain vigilant and avoid travelling at night during the monsoon season. My thoughts and prayers are with the families affected. May their souls rest in peace. Om Shanti Shanti,” he said.

Most of the northeastern states, including Arunachal Pradesh, have been experiencing incessant rains since Thursday, badly affecting normal life.

Due to the rains and landslides, road communications were severely affected in many districts across Arunachal Pradesh.

A hanging bridge in Chulyu village, under Keyi Panyor district, has been completely washed away due to incessant rainfall.

The bridge served as a shortcut to the main highway leading to Pitapool.

- IANS

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Rajesh K.
Heartbreaking news from Arunachal 😢 The monsoon season turns deadly every year in the Northeast. Why aren't we investing more in landslide prevention measures? My prayers for the families who lost their loved ones. Om Shanti.
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Priya M.
This is so tragic! Two children gone just like that. The government must declare NH-13 as critical infrastructure and install early warning systems. We can't keep losing lives to the same problem year after year.
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Amit S.
While condolences are important, we need action. Arunachal's infrastructure is fragile and these tragedies are predictable during monsoon. Where are the funds allocated for border states' development going? This negligence is unacceptable.
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Neha T.
My cousin serves in ITBP near this area. He says the roads become death traps every monsoon. Why can't we learn from Japan's landslide prevention tech? So many innocent lives lost... May their souls find peace 🙏
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Sanjay R.
The hanging bridge washed away too? This shows how vulnerable our border areas are. While we focus on military infrastructure, basic civilian safety is neglected. My heart goes out to all affected families in East Kameng.
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Meena P.
Such a painful incident. But why were they traveling at night on a known dangerous route during monsoon? Authorities must enforce travel restrictions during heavy rains. Prevention is better than condolences after tragedy strikes.

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