Relentless monsoon rains have caused widespread destruction in Arunachal Pradesh’s Kurung Kumey district, where an Army porter camp near the strategically important Darmu Pass, close to the India-China border, has been washed away by flash floods. The Porter Camp, located at Tapa near Darmu Pass, was swept away as rising waters triggered by continuous heavy rainfall inundated the area. The incident highlights the growing impact of the monsoon on one of the state’s most remote and strategically significant frontier regions. Photographs from the site showed extensive damage, with the camp completely washed away by the floodwaters.
Darmu Pass, located beyond Milli village in Polosang Circle, is one of the nearest accessible points to the India-China border. The high-altitude mountain pass is known for its alpine lakes, snow-covered peaks and rugged Himalayan terrain, besides its strategic importance. The flooding has also severely affected Parsi Parlo, a key border town in Kurung Kumey district. The Kumey River rose above the danger mark after several days of incessant rainfall, submerging large parts of the town. Floodwaters entered the Inspection Bungalow, government schools, private houses and several residential colonies, disrupting normal life. Road connectivity in the district has been badly hit, with several roads linking villages submerged or damaged. Landslides and severe soil erosion have also washed away important valley bridges, making travel difficult in the mountainous region.
Officials said the vital road connecting Parsi Parlo with the district headquarters at Koloriang has been cut off, leaving several areas isolated and complicating relief and restoration work. The district administration has issued safety advisories, urging residents to stay away from flooded areas and remain alert as continuous rainfall continues to push up river levels. Rescue and restoration efforts are underway, although damaged roads and disrupted connectivity are posing significant challenges.
