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Joshimath, Uttarakhand, has long exceeded its carrying capacity, according to NDMA which were created by specialists from several sectors.

One expects that it will act on the recommendations without having to wait for another reprimand.

Ecological catastrophes in Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, two hill states, have exposed the Himalayan region’s vulnerability.

There are worries that a similar situation could arise in other towns and villages in the area as the crisis brought on by the ground sinking in Joshimath continues.

General Pande remarked, “25-28 structures (of the Army) have developed minor cracks and the soldiers have been temporarily transferred,” during the yearly Army Day

The property in Joshimath has been separated into three zones based on the potential threat.

Jyotirmat or Joshimath, is a hill town perched at the height of 6150 feet in Chamoli district of Gharwal region of Uttarakhand.