Anthropogenic interference (extensive slope cut) also aided in the failure.
Chasie M. &  Theophilus P.K., 2017: Updation of existing landslide inventory of North Eastern region based on the new incidences as and when occurs during the period, Unpubl. GSI progress report for FS 2016-90
Retaining wall has been put up at  places
Kepran slide
Kepran village on NH 150
Proper lining of tank and drainage; Removal of old leaking tank
Leakage of water-supply tank on the upslope of the slide and presence of splinetry shale