Nettet8. apr. 2024 · The Joshimath tragedy illustrates what happens when people are deprived of voice in choosing their own path of development and managing their local natural resources by themselves, but it is not the only tragedy. Nettet13. jan. 2024 · Early in 2024, a massive landslide occurred when a glacier broke off in Joshimath and caused a massive flood in the Dhauli Ganga river. Later, in October, 14 families in the Chhawani Bazar...

Joshimath: The trauma of living in India

Nettet9. jan. 2024 · The water discharge from a burst aquifer — a water-bearing subterranean rock — that started on the night of January 2-3 has resulted in cracks in houses and other structures in parts of Joshimath, said Rautela, executive director with Uttarakhand’s Disaster Management Authority. “The aquifer is releasing water, 400 to 500 litres per … Nettet9. jan. 2024 · Joshimath tragedy: What is the main reason? According to experts, joshimath in Uttarakhand's roads and homes are beginning to crack mostly as a result … marie capelli

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NettetThe latest disaster in Uttarakhand has once again raised questions about the indiscriminate construction of hydel projects ignoring geographical conditions, scientific studies and opposition by local citizens. A week has passed since the horrific disaster on 7 February in the Joshimath region in Uttarakhand. NettetJoshimath Tragedy Destruction in the name of development, says Shankaracharya Swami Nischalananda-----... Nettet12. jan. 2024 · Joshimath, the hill town of Uttarakhand, has become a cause of concern for its sinking land, with cracks appearing in more than 700 structures due to land subsidence that has threatened settlements in much of the town. The holy town with a population of around 20,000 has been declared disaster-prone by the local authorities. dale reed obituary