YUPIA, Jun 30: Papum Pare Deputy Commissioner Lobsang Tsering, along with officials from various departments, conducted a comprehensive ground assessment of flood-affected areas under Sagalee Division on Monday following the cloudburst and flash floods that struck the district on June 24.
The assessment covered several villages under Toru circle, including Yayee-I, Yayee-II, Hoj-II, Luksin, Yabi, Goya, Hoj Dakte, Yayee Poll, Soto and Techir. The team inspected damage to residential houses, roads, agricultural land and other public infrastructure caused by the disaster.
According to officials, Dakte Hoj Panchayat was among the worst-affected areas, particularly the villages of Luksin, Yayee, Bodhe Happa, Yabi, Goya-I and Goya-II, where several houses were destroyed, leaving many families homeless. Extensive damage was also reported to agricultural and horticultural fields.
During the visit, the DC interacted with affected residents, many of whom described significant losses to their homes and livelihoods. It was observed that most displaced families are currently staying with relatives and have expressed reluctance to move to temporary relief camps.
In view of the situation, the district administration stated that there is presently no requirement for establishing temporary shelters. However, relief materials have been provided to the Circle Officer of Toru and the GPC of Hoj for distribution among affected households.
The assessment team included Sagalee SDO Kipa Raja, District Disaster Management Officer Nima Tashi, officials from the Rural Works Department (RWD), Public Works Department (PWD), Public Health Engineering and Water Supply Department (PHED&WS), Power Department, as well as representatives of local Panchayat institutions and village authorities. (DIPRO)