The shallow translational debris slide formed along the NH-27. The slope forming material is dominantly composed of weak lithology; comprising thick section of highly friable siltstone and shale. Four sets of joints and improper maintenance of drainage o
Neethusree, K. J. and Suma, C. S, 2020. Macro-Scale (1:50,000) Landslide susceptibility mapping in Toposheet no. 83 C/12 and in parts of Toposheets nos. 83 D/5, 9, 13 & 14 in Dima Hasao, Cachar and Hailakandi districts of Assam, East Jaintia Hills distri
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NH -27 slide 1
NH-27(Old NH-54E, Silchar-Lumding road)
1.  Dressing of the slope/ removal of precariously hanging trees and debris 2. Construction of retaining wall of considerable height at the toe portion of the slope cut maybe considered 3.Maintenance of hill side lined drainage.
1.The affected slope comprises highly friable siltstone and shale 2. Unscientific slope modification for road construction 3. Structurally controlled, such as joints and fold 4. Over-saturation of weak slope forming material due to rainfall.