Landslides and other related phenomena are detrimental to the economy as well as the population of Mandi district. The district has faced unprecedented amounts of rainfall, which in turn have led to the occurrence of landslides in the district. Last year, the region experienced cloudburst and flash flood situations in and around Baggi area. These increased precipitation have led to a massive landslide in Parashar area thereby causing damage to the existing bridge.
The destroyed bridge served as a main source of communication between the higher elevation village and Mandi main town. Further, it was reported by many commuters that cracks were developed along the existing landslides. Recent visit on 21st January by member of lab (Dr. Dericks, NItesh, Kirti and Nishant) conducted a drone survey around the affected areas. The drone survey revealed about the development of new cracks in the crown part of the existing landslide which can lead to development of potential slip surface in near surface if not warned timely. Thus, it is required that these areas should be kept under strict supervision.
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