The affected area is lithologically weak, comprising weathered sandstone, shale, carbonaceous shale with thick overburden cover. Due to incessant rainfall in the preceding days the pore water pressure increased while the available shear strength of the t
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 2016-45
Retrogressive slides may occur in the future, so, the area is vulnerable to landslides. Landslide occurred on 22/05/2016
Huonveng, N.D Raji-3
N.D Raji (Hmar)village, Haflong
1. Moderation of upslope by construction of intermittent benches.
2 Construction of suitably designed retaining structure at the hill side of the road to be founded on hard rock.
3 Removal of overhanging boulders and precariously rooted trees to reduce t
The affected area is dominantly covered with weak slope forming material composed mainly of clayey-silt in-situ soil and boulders of sandstone embedded within it, and on excessive removal of toe for widening of road without support rendering steep slope