Itanagar, Jul 15: The Kurung Kumey District Administration, along with the Border Roads Organization (BRO), has restored connectivity to the strategically important border outpost of Damin-Huri after a flash flood washed away a key bridge on July 13, cutting off the remote frontier region.
The district administration under the leadership of Deputy Commissioner Cheechung Chukhu, launched an immediate restoration operation in coordination with the BRO’s 85 Road Construction Company (RCC) led by its Officer Commanding and team. Despite continuous rain, difficult terrain and adverse weather conditions, personnel worked round the clock to construct a temporary log bridge, restoring the movement of people and essential supplies.
The restoration effort was carried out through close coordination between the district administration, the 85 RCC and the local community, whose active support played a crucial role in completing the work in record time.
Meanwhile, the district administration also activated a Quick Response Team (QRT), which rushed to Damin-Huri and Parsi Parlo to assess the extent of the damage. The team conducted on-the-spot inspections, interacted with affected residents and ensured immediate relief and assistance reached those impacted by the disaster.
The flash flood had completely cut off Damin-Huri, disrupting the movement of residents, essential commodities, emergency services and government personnel. Owing to the area's strategic importance as a border outpost, the disruption had significant implications, making the swift restoration of connectivity a priority, officials said.
With the temporary bridge now operational, transportation of essential supplies has resumed, bringing relief to local residents while ensuring uninterrupted access to the strategically sensitive border region, they said.
The district administration has also advised the public to remain vigilant during the ongoing monsoon season, warning that continued heavy rainfall could trigger fresh flash floods and landslides. Restoration teams have been kept on standby to respond promptly to any future emergencies.