Kohima: A massive landslide has triggered a widespread power outage, leaving three key districts in Nagaland — Tuli sub-division, Longleng, and Mon — in complete darkness. The disaster struck early Thursday morning when a crucial 66 kV transmission tower in the Yisemiyong area collapsed, severing the power supply to the entire region.
The incident occurred around 5 a.m., with the extensive landslide also disrupting local transportation and communication networks.
According to government sources, the toppled transmission tower was a critical lifeline for the area, providing power from multiple important locations. Officials from the state's power department confirmed that its destruction has had a severe impact on the region's internal power grid.
Following the collapse, local authorities initiated a rapid response, beginning line patrols to assess the damage. By 4 p.m., the exact location of the fault was identified. Power department workers are now on-site, closely monitoring the situation and taking the necessary steps to begin restoration efforts.
The Nagaland Power Department has stated that it is making every effort to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. A preliminary damage assessment is underway, though the full extent of the destruction caused by the landslide is not yet known.
Officials noted that the necessary equipment and personnel have been mobilized to restore power. However, they cautioned that restoring the power supply in the remote, hilly terrain could be a time-consuming process. Nathulal Yangthu, an official with the Nagaland Power Department, remarked, "We are working hard to restore power as soon as possible, but we have some limitations. Resolving faults in these hilly areas can take more time."
Such disasters are a recurring challenge for Nagaland's hilly districts. Landslides and other natural calamities frequently disrupt power supply during the monsoon season. Ensuring the safety and stability of transmission towers in these treacherous regions remains a significant challenge. Authorities and various organizations are now exploring ways to fortify the power infrastructure to mitigate future incidents.
While residents are understandably frustrated, they have expressed support for the ongoing restoration efforts. Many have taken to social media to voice their difficulties, but there is an optimistic sentiment that services will be restored soon. One local resident said, "We know these problems occur during the monsoon, but we hope the authorities will solve the problem very quickly."
The power department has assured the public that all preparations have been made to restore services and that they are working to normalize the situation as quickly as possible. The public has been asked for their patience during this challenging time.
This incident underscores the extreme vulnerability of Nagaland's hilly districts to natural disasters, particularly the severe impact that monsoon landslides have on power connections. Authorities are actively working on plans to upgrade the power infrastructure in the coming days to prevent similar future catastrophes.
Further updates are being gathered from local authorities as the situation continues to be monitored closely.
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