Officials said that the administration in the state capital Itanagar and Papum Pare district has closed schools for the next five days due to heavy rains.

Main water supply connection has been affected due to heavy rains in Lohit district. The rising water level of Lohit river and its tributaries has led to flooding in many low-lying areas. The administration has evacuated 52 people from various flood affected areas of the district.

In Namsai and Changlang districts, Assam Rifles has launched 'Operation Savior' to rescue stranded civilians and provide relief to flood-ravaged villagers.

Assam Rifles troops have rescued around 500 civilians from remote villages of Vijoypur, Dharampur, Mudoi, Shrishtipur, Hanti Mara Beel and Chaukham.

Pasighat-Yingkiong road was blocked by a massive landslide in Upper Siang district on Sunday.

It is reported that the blockade is so extensive that considering the weather conditions, it will take more than 10 days for traffic movement to be completely restored.