The farm road that connected Damchhi-Rinakha Chiwog in Toebisa Gewog, Punakha, washed away due to a flash flood in the Toeb Rongchhu caused by a severe downpour that started at approximately 11 p.m. on June 22. The flood disturbed four chiwogs’ sources of drinking water and damaged important irrigation channels. Tshering Penjor’s Toebisa Gup attested to the intense downpour he believes was the immediate cause of the flash flood. Attempts were undertaken to lessen the immediate effects of the abrupt disruption. The Gewog office used a Bolero car to make sure pupils arrived at school on time during the ongoing student exams, which was difficult considering the route washed away. In order to temporarily reunite the Damchhi-Rinakha Chiwog, a small wooden bridge was built yesterday morning, according to the Gup.
In addition to the damage to the roads, Toebisa Gewog’s high school and primary school are also without water. an issue that all four of the impacted chiwogs had. The loss of irrigation channels is causing more than 45 homes to struggle. Residents are becoming increasingly concerned about possible crop losses, which could affect their livelihoods, as the vital paddy planting season gets underway. Damage assessments are in progress. In an attempt to promptly address the extensive disruptions brought on by the flood, the Gup stated that they want to formally request assistance from the Dzongkhag administration for immediate repair operations.