LIKABALI : A preparedness meeting for the ensuing South-West Monsoon 2026 was held at Likabali on Tuesday under the chairmanship of Lower Siang Additional Deputy Commissioner Mokar Riba to review disaster management measures and strengthen emergency response mechanisms across the district.
The meeting was attended by administrative officers, Heads of Departments of Central and State government establishments, representatives of the Army, District Police, Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), Border Roads Task Force/Border Roads Organisation (BRTF/BRO) and other stakeholder agencies.
The deliberations focused on formulating strategies to effectively manage and mitigate disaster or disaster-like situations that may arise during the monsoon season.
Representatives of various departments and agencies shared updates on preparedness measures undertaken within their respective jurisdictions.
Highlighting the vulnerability of the Akajan–Bame road stretch, a vital lifeline connecting several upper districts, ADC Riba advised commuters to avoid night travel and unnecessary journeys during adverse weather conditions. He emphasised that disaster management is a collective responsibility and requires close coordination among all stakeholders for effective response.
Lower Siang Superintendent of Police Bomken Basar stressed the need for the District Disaster Control Room to remain operational round the clock throughout the monsoon period. He also underscored the importance of extending preparedness measures beyond the district headquarters and ensuring that all administrative circles remain alert and equipped to respond promptly to emergencies.
Earlier, District Disaster Management Officer Tarik Nyitan welcomed the participants and outlined the agenda of the meeting. He urged all departments and agencies to furnish details of preventive and preparedness measures being undertaken to tackle monsoon-related disasters.
Following detailed discussions, the participants resolved to strengthen coordination among departments and establish a robust framework for monsoon preparedness and disaster response across the district. (Source: DIPR)
