Mizoram is in the grip of one of its most destructive monsoon seasons in recent memory, with 846 landslides reported across the state since May 24, according to a bulletin issued by the State Emergency Operations Centre (SEOC) on Wednesday. The relentless rainfall has caused widespread devastation, damaging infrastructure, severing road networks, and displacing families. Aizawl district, the state capital and most densely populated region, has borne the brunt of the destruction, registering 127 landslides, 22 houses completely destroyed, and 119 road blockages. The unrelenting downpour has rendered large parts of the district unstable, especially in hillside areas already marked as high-risk zones.
Meanwhile, Lunglei district has emerged as the worst-hit in the past 24 hours, with fresh landslides cutting off major transport routes and isolating remote communities. As per reports from local authorities and residents, heavy debris and road collapses have left travellers stranded for hours, particularly on inter-district highways. Other affected regions include Champhai, Serchhip, and Lawngtlai, where fresh incidents of slope failures have been reported amid ongoing rainfall. In total, between May 24 and July 9, Mizoram has recorded:
846 landslides
389 road blockages
282 partially damaged houses
342 fully destroyed houses
67 retaining wall collapses
10 damaged electric poles
5 fatalities
Emergency response teams, district officials, local community volunteers, and NGOs are working in coordination to manage the crisis. Heavy machinery has been deployed in the worst-affected areas to clear landslide debris, though persistent rain continues to obstruct operations. Restoration of road connectivity remains a top priority, especially in high-altitude villages now cut off from essential supplies. The state government has issued repeated safety advisories, urging residents in landslide-prone zones to avoid non-essential travel and remain vigilant. Relief materials, including food, medicine, and temporary shelter, are being delivered to displaced families. Mobile medical units have been activated to reach remote areas and provide emergency care. Chief Minister Lalduhoma is expected to convene a high-level review meeting later this week to take stock of the unfolding crisis and step up coordinated disaster response. Officials say the situation could worsen as weather forecasts predict continued rainfall, keeping the entire state on high alert.
