Theophilus, P.K. and Megotsohe Chasie, 2014. Updation of existing landslide inventory of North Eastern Region. GSI, RHQ, NER, Shillong,  Item Code: SER/NER/RHQ/2013/030; Unpub. GSI Report of FS 2013-2014
The failed slope lies in close proximity/within the influence zone of the Mishmi Thrust
NH-52
Parallelism of the slope aspect (NW) with the vulnerable discontinuity planes, severe toe erosion by the stream flowing at the foot of the distressed slope face, ground vibration caused by passing of heavy vehicles.