Landslide Blocks NH-37 in Manipur’s Tamenglong; Over 200 Vehicles Stranded Amid Heavy Rainfall
A massive landslide, triggered by continuous heavy rainfall over the past three days, has completely blocked National Highway-37 (Imphal-Silchar via Jiribam road) at the Nungdalal area in Tamenglong district, Manipur. The landslide occurred around 7 a.m. on Friday, May 30, 2025, between K. Sinam and Nungnang villages, leaving over 200 vehicles stranded on both sides of the highway.
The affected vehicles include essential supply carriers such as oil and LPG tankers from Silchar, Assam, and empty vehicles bound for Assam from Imphal. The landslide, estimated to span about 30 meters, has disrupted traffic flow significantly.
In response, the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd. (NHIDCL) has deployed excavators and other heavy machinery to clear the debris and restore traffic. However, the scale of the blockage continues to hinder progress.
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) had issued a "red warning" on May 29, forecasting extremely heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, and squally winds for isolated areas of the Tamenglong district from the early hours of May 30 through May 31. The IMD has also issued "orange" and "yellow" warnings for the neighboring Senapati district, predicting continued heavy rainfall until June 3.
Heavy rain has disrupted normal life in several parts of the state, particularly in the capital city, Imphal, where waterlogging was reported from multiple areas on Friday. The water levels of key rivers, including the Imphal and Serou rivers, have also risen significantly, prompting concern across the valley.
According to the IMD’s Meteorological Centre in Imphal, the border town of Moreh recorded the state’s highest rainfall on Thursday with 102 mm, followed by Kamjong (96 mm), Chandel (76 mm), and Ukhrul (60.8 mm).
The Deputy Commissioner of Senapati district issued a public notice citing a forecast from the National Weather Forecasting Centre warning of extremely heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds through Friday. The notice urged residents to remain alert and avoid all non-essential travel and outdoor activities, especially near flood-prone zones, rivers, and steep slopes, until conditions improve.
Meanwhile, the Chandel District Police issued an advisory cautioning people against fishing or venturing near the Chakpi riverbanks, where water levels have surged due to continuous downpours.
Authorities are working diligently to clear the debris and restore traffic on NH-37. Residents and travelers are advised to stay updated on weather forecasts and adhere to safety advisories issued by local authorities.
The affected vehicles include essential supply carriers such as oil and LPG tankers from Silchar, Assam, and empty vehicles bound for Assam from Imphal. The landslide, estimated to span about 30 meters, has disrupted traffic flow significantly.
In response, the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd. (NHIDCL) has deployed excavators and other heavy machinery to clear the debris and restore traffic. However, the scale of the blockage continues to hinder progress.
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) had issued a "red warning" on May 29, forecasting extremely heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, and squally winds for isolated areas of the Tamenglong district from the early hours of May 30 through May 31. The IMD has also issued "orange" and "yellow" warnings for the neighboring Senapati district, predicting continued heavy rainfall until June 3.
Heavy rain has disrupted normal life in several parts of the state, particularly in the capital city, Imphal, where waterlogging was reported from multiple areas on Friday. The water levels of key rivers, including the Imphal and Serou rivers, have also risen significantly, prompting concern across the valley.
According to the IMD’s Meteorological Centre in Imphal, the border town of Moreh recorded the state’s highest rainfall on Thursday with 102 mm, followed by Kamjong (96 mm), Chandel (76 mm), and Ukhrul (60.8 mm).
The Deputy Commissioner of Senapati district issued a public notice citing a forecast from the National Weather Forecasting Centre warning of extremely heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds through Friday. The notice urged residents to remain alert and avoid all non-essential travel and outdoor activities, especially near flood-prone zones, rivers, and steep slopes, until conditions improve.
Meanwhile, the Chandel District Police issued an advisory cautioning people against fishing or venturing near the Chakpi riverbanks, where water levels have surged due to continuous downpours.
Authorities are working diligently to clear the debris and restore traffic on NH-37. Residents and travelers are advised to stay updated on weather forecasts and adhere to safety advisories issued by local authorities.
