The landslide occurred as a result of incessant heavy rainfall. The slope material is made up of loose granitic soil which got lubricated as a result of heavy rainfall. About 6.5 m height of the slope was excavated at the toe portion which also played a
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 2016-86
The area is covered with thick over burden of about >5m. About 6.5 m vertical toe cutting destabilized the slope. The landslide occurred in the morning (9:00 Hrs) of 14th July, 2016.
Nijabara slide (Guwahati)
Noonmati, Guwahati
1. Avoidance of further activities (building construction, deforestation) that can result in destabilizing the slope.
2. Diversion of surface water from the crown portion.
3. For long term measurement, RCC wall of suitable size and design with sufficient
The following geo-scientific causes were observed -
1. Reduction of strength of soil mass of natural slope on super-saturation due to heavy rainfall.
2. Unplanned cutting of slope for construction of house.
3. Steep angle of the slope cut.
4. Thick overb