The Longleng district in Nagaland has been severely affected by unprecedented natural calamities, prompting concern from the district administration, DDMA Longleng, Police, and civil organizations. Continuous heavy rainfall has triggered massive landslides, flooding, and mudslides, resulting in extensive road blockages, damage to residential buildings, destruction of agricultural crops, disruption of telecommunication services, and complete isolation of the district for over a week.
The Phom Students’ Conference (PSC) has expressed deep concern over the situation, stating that the calamity has created immense panic and hardship among the public. Several families have been forced to relocate to relatives’ homes, while others continue to live in unsafe houses despite ongoing risks. The PSC has also reported that the district administration, under the leadership of the Deputy Commissioner, has worked tirelessly to restore connectivity and establish alternative transportation routes.
The PSC has conveyed appreciation to various individuals and organizations, including advisor to Airways and Railways, A. Pongshi Phom, and Bangtick Phom, MLA Tamlu, for facilitating helicopter services through the Indian Air Force. These services have enabled over 300 stranded students to travel from Longleng to Dimapur and ensured delivery of medical aid, essential commodities, and relief materials to affected villages.
The PSC has also expressed gratitude to all officers, organizations, and volunteers whose efforts have restored nearly 40-50% of damaged road connectivity and 90% of telecommunication services. However, the Conference has urged the public to continue cooperating with agencies engaged in restoration work, especially as heavy vehicles remain unable to access several affected areas.
The PSC has appealed to the state government, district administration, and NHIDCL to prioritize road clearance, restoration, and long-term maintenance, while also requesting continued support for affected families. The Conference has further called upon all departmental heads outside the district to report to their respective postings at the earliest to ensure timely delivery of essential public services.
