Rain triggers flood, landslide in Niuland

Incessant rains during night of July 4 and July 5, 2025 caused swelling of rivers and streams which flooded nearby areas.
Downpour resulted in inundation of houses d besides causing extensive damage to paddy fields, fishery ponds, plantations, farms, and roads.
According to DIPR report, more than 70 villages were affected displacing thousands of farmers and severely impacting their livelihoods.
It was reported that one of the most affected routes-road connecting S. Hetoyi Village and Ghokuto Village- has been rendered impassable due to a major landslide. A portion of the road has also been washed away, cutting off Ghokuto village.
Niuland district administration is closely monitoring the situation and taking necessary steps to assess the damage and provide emergency relief. Rescue and restoration efforts are underway, but continuous rainfall was posing challenge to relief operations.