Decoding other towns of Uttarakhand that are at the risk of 'sinking' after Joshimath | Report

Cracks in Uttarakhand's Joshimath town have rung the alarm bells regarding the fragile ecology of the Himalayan mountain range. Experts and environmentalists said that rapid man-made constructions like roads, tunnels, dams, hydropower projects, etc. have posed danger to the lives of those living in the hills of Uttarakhand. Here's a report by Bloomberg that shows how other towns and cities in the hilly state are at risk of "sinking." Watch this video to know more. #joshimath #uttarakhand #sinking #cracks #himalaya #fragileecology #seismicriskzone #danger #fear #landsubsidence #bloomberg #tehri #mana #construction #dams #roads #ntpc Hindustan Times Videos bring you news, views and explainers about current issues in India and across the globe. We’re always excited to report the news as quickly as possible, use new technological tools to reach you better and tell stories with a 360 degree view to give you a better understanding of the world around you.

 
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