Avoid blame game on Assam floods, says Nagaland coal miners’ body

The Tuli Area Coal Mining Contractors’ Association (TACMCA), based in Nagaland, has urged the public not to engage in blame games concerning the devastating floods and landslides that struck both Assam and Nagaland. The association emphasized the importance of refraining from making unverified claims and instead focusing on examining various factors that may have contributed to the extensive damage.

TACMCA highlighted that natural calamities do not observe state boundaries or communities, and the recent disaster in both states should not be attributed to a single activity or group. The organization pointed out that exceptionally heavy rainfall in Nagaland on July 18 caused unusually high water flow, leading to flash floods in several districts, including Longleng, Mokokchung, Mon, and Wokha.

While Assam has faced severe consequences, the TACMCA stressed that Nagaland also suffered significant damage from floods and landslides. They expressed concern over the tendency to point fingers at each other, as this could lead to divisions and further distress for people already affected by the disaster. The TACMCA called for cooperation and understanding between Assam and Nagaland, urging citizens to stand together during adversities, especially considering the shared geographical and social ties between the two states.