Gajapati, Oct. 29 -- Heavy rainfall triggered by Cyclone Arnab has caused a major landslide at Taptapani Ghat on the Gajapati-Ganjam border in Odisha, bringing vehicular traffic to a complete halt, while sections of National Highway 326 have been washed away near Ledbandh in Gajapati district.

Large volumes of soil and boulders have slid down the hills and accumulated on the roadway at Taptapani Ghat, while flowing water continues to obstruct movement.

An ambulance carrying a patient from Mohana towards Brahmapur was forced to turn back after its crew spotted the ongoing landslide and debris blocking the road.

Separately, NH-326, a key route connecting Brahmapur with southern Odisha, has suffered severe damage near Ledbandh in Mohana. ...