Mizoram government issues travel advisory amid heavy rainfall and landslides

AIZAWL: The Government of Mizoram has issued an advisory asking dignitaries and officials to postpone their visits to the state due to severe weather conditions. The advisory comes after several days of heavy rainfall those have triggered landslides, mudslides, flash floods, and rockfalls in many parts of the state. According to the circular released by the General Administration Department on June 2, the continuous rainfall has caused serious disruptions, including the loss of lives, and has badly affected normal life across several districts. District Disaster Management Authorities (DDMAs), led by Deputy Commissioners, are currently involved in round-the-clock disaster relief and rehabilitation work. Due to this, the administration is unable to spare staff or resources for handling official visits and security arrangements. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD)'s regional centre in Guwahati, has forecast that the heavy to very heavy rainfall will continue in the coming days. Considering this and to ensure public safety, the Mizoram government has asked all central and state government officials to postpone their planned visits until June 13. (ANI)

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