Rain, hailstorm causes extensive damage in Arunachal district

Heavy rain accompanied by hailstorm caused significant damage in Upper Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh on Tuesday evening. The storm disrupted power supply and surface communication to several villages under Tuting sub-division, damaging three-foot suspension bridges over the Siang river in Mayum, Zido, and Singging villages. Ration supply for army personnel stationed at Mayum top was also affected. Authorities have cautioned against using the damaged bridges until they are fully restored.