Flood in Arunachal Pradesh seek Central calamity fund for renovation

Arunachal Pradesh Flood Disaster Worse Than 1950 Earthquake; MP Tai Tagak Seeks Special Central Relief Package

ABKK Kamrupa, Itanagar, 15th July, 2026: Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament from Arunachal Pradesh, Shri Tai Tagak, has expressed grave concern over the unprecedented flood situation across the state, describing it as a disaster more devastating than the aftermath of the 1950 earthquake in terms of its widespread impact on lives, livelihoods, agriculture, and critical infrastructure.
Addressing the media, Shri Tagak informed that preliminary estimates indicate that over 85,000 hectares of agricultural land have been damaged, while more than one lakh families across all 28 districts have been affected by floods, landslides, cloudbursts, and incessant rainfall. The calamity has also severely impacted livestock, fisheries, local markets, public infrastructure, and communication networks, besides claiming precious human lives.
Calling Arunachal Pradesh a strategically important frontier state, Shri Tagak urged the Government of India to extend a Special Central Flood Relief Package for immediate relief, restoration, and long-term reconstruction.
“This is an unimaginable disaster. The State Government alone cannot bear the enormous burden of rebuilding damaged infrastructure and restoring normalcy. Relief, restoration, and reconstruction must now become the highest priority,” Shri Tagak said.
He noted that continuous rainfall and overflowing rivers have resulted in fresh incidents of destruction almost every day, with new districts and towns being affected sequentially. Several villages remain inaccessible as roads, bridges and culverts have been washed away or blocked by landslide debris, making rescue and relief operations extremely challenging.
Shri Tagak highlighted that interior areas such as Nilling Circle in Upper Subansiri District and Parsi Parlo in Kurung Kumey District have been cut off due to damaged road connectivity and communication disruptions. He stressed the need for immediate restoration of strategic roads and the construction of temporary bridges to reconnect remote habitations and international border areas.
Expressing concern over public health, the MP cautioned that prolonged waterlogging and cloudburst-induced flooding could trigger outbreaks of waterborne diseases and epidemics. He urged the State Health Department and medical teams to remain on high alert to provide timely healthcare assistance to affected villagers.
Shri Tagak also appreciated the dedicated efforts of district administrations, SDRF personnel, and officials carrying out rescue and relief operations despite adverse weather conditions, particularly in Lower Dibang Valley, Keyi Panyor, and East Siang districts. He further acknowledged that the Inter-Ministerial Central Team has begun assessing the extent of the damage, although access to many remote locations remains difficult.
The MP informed that he personally conducted road surveys across four to five affected districts despite inclement weather to assess the ground situation. He also stated that the Ministry of Defence and the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) are taking stock of damaged strategic roads, bridges, and culverts in districts such as Anjaw, Tawang, and Lower Siang.
Shri Tagak observed that while the exact extent of the losses is still being assessed, the available estimates underscore the unprecedented scale of the disaster. He also remarked that reservoirs in certain areas have played a positive role in regulating floodwaters and mitigating further damage.
Appealing for collective support, Shri Tagak urged citizens across the country, civil society organisations, and charitable institutions to extend assistance to the flood-affected people of Arunachal Pradesh.
“Arunachal Pradesh is appealing to the nation for support during this difficult time. Being an agriculturally dependent and revenue-constrained state with an international border, we require immediate assistance from the Centre to rebuild lives and infrastructure,” he stated.
The MP also informed that he has personally contributed ₹19 lakh from his own resources towards relief efforts in the flood-affected districts of Keyi Panyor and Lower Siang, adding that as a newly elected Member of Parliament, he is still in the process of completing the formalities relating to the utilisation of MPLADS funds.
Shri Tagak reiterated his commitment to continue visiting affected areas, coordinating with authorities, and pursuing all possible measures to ensure timely relief and rehabilitation for the people of Arunachal Pradesh.