Landslide Hits Dirang–Tawang Highway Near Sapper Camp; Two Vehicles Damaged, No Casualties

News info:

A heavy landslide struck Monday afternoon near Sapper Camp in West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, blocking approximately 120 meters of the vital Dirang–Tawang road. Boulders rolled down the hillside, damaging two vehicles—a Gypsy and a Bolero—though fortunately, no injuries or casualties were reported. The dramatic incident, captured in a viral video, shows motorists reversing frantically and running for cover. Restoration efforts are underway, and traffic may resume soon if weather permits.


Fact check:

Claim Verification,

Landslide near Sapper Camp blocked Dirang–Tawang road (120m stretch) Confirmed by NDTV, India Today NE, and Free Press Journal
Two vehicles damaged but no casualties reported Verified by multiple sources
Restoration underway, traffic may resume soon Reported by officials and media

Detail Info

Location Near Sapper Camp, West Kameng, Arunachal Pradesh
Impact Landslide blocked 120m of Dirang–Tawang Road
Damage Two vehicles hit, no injuries
Response Restoration under way; traffic may resume.


Justice message:

Nature's fury can strike without warning—travellers must stay alert and authorities must ensure swift restoration of critical routes for safety and connectivity.