Arunachal Pradesh – 25 April 2025: A massive forest fire in Dirang Arunachal Pradesh erupted Thursday morning, scorching several acres of land and threatening nearby villages. The fire broke out near Nadipar in the Dirang subdivision of West Kameng district and quickly spread toward Zimthung village due to strong winds. Forest fire in Dirang highlights the gravity of this environmental emergency.
Firefighting teams from the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), local police, and Bomdila fire services joined residents in combating the blaze. Despite their efforts, high winds hampered containment as flames advanced rapidly through dry forest areas. As of Thursday evening, operations were still ongoing, raising concern among local communities.
Dirang MLA Phurpa Tsering assured media that the “situation is under control” and that all available resources were being used to manage the fire. Nevertheless, experts warn that this fire is part of a disturbing trend linked to rising temperatures, climate change, and human activity.
According to environmental researchers, March to May marks peak fire season in northeastern India. Studies show Arunachal Pradesh experiences nearly 73% of its forest fires during these months. Factors contributing to this trend include dry vegetation, strong winds, and traditional shifting cultivation practices like jhum farming.
A recent study analyzing two decades of satellite data identified 12 critical factors that influence wildfire frequency and intensity. These include forest health, canopy density, precipitation, temperature changes, and direct human interference.
Experts stress the need for a proactive forest management strategy to prevent future incidents. The forest fire in Dirang serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerability of ecologically sensitive regions under growing climate pressures.
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