In Flood-Battered Arunachal, Elephants Become The Only Lifeline
As devastating floods dismantle the road infrastructure in Arunachal Pradesh, villagers are now depending on elephants to transport essential goods. These animals have become the primary lifeline for remote settlements cut off by heavy rainfall and damaged terrain.
In the flood-affected Nari-Koyu constituency of Arunachal Pradesh's Lower Siang district, severe weather has rendered traditional road transport impossible. Nature has shattered the local infrastructure, leaving multiple remote villages isolated from essential supply chains.
To navigate the treacherous terrain and mud-clogged paths, residents have turned to elephants as their sole means of moving food and medicine. The animals are being used to traverse flooded sections where vehicles can no longer pass, ensuring that basic necessities reach those in need.
Local authorities and villagers continue to face significant challenges as they manage the fallout of the monsoon damage. The deployment of elephants highlights the critical state of connectivity in the northeastern region during peak flood cycles. Source: NDTV
Related stories
Factional equations, community balance shape Congress’ deliberations over potential deputy mayor candidates
Two crops dominated Telangana farmers’ preference in Vanakalam 2025; paddy and cotton continue to be most sown
