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Sakleshpur Landslides: Karnataka Govt Intensifies Debris Clearing, Begins Scientific Assessment

Two scientists from Geological Survey of India (GSI) have been summoned to investigate the construction practices of the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) in the affected area.

In the wake of twin landslides that recently struck Sakleshpur in Karnataka, Hassan Deputy Commissioner Satyabhama has reported that efforts are underway to clear debris and restore traffic flow. Additionally, two scientists from the Geological Survey of India (GSI) have been summoned to investigate the construction practices of the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) in the affected area.

On Sakleshpur Landslides, Satyabhama C, Hassan DC, said, " ...2 landslides have taken place so far...we have been removing the debris immediately after the landslides so that the traffic could move...we have called 2 scientists from Geological Survey of India...they will study regarding how the NHAI has designed the road and everything...we have called SDRF team as well...they will be deployed in Sakleshpur..."

 

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Sakleshpur Landslides

Earlier this week, heavy rains in Karnataka triggered landslides in the Sakleshpur taluk, disrupting road connectivity between several villages including Baarli-Mallagadde-Kaadumane-Sullaki-Mailahalli and Alur-Belur-Konerlu. The Bengaluru-Mangaluru NH-75 near Doddathappale in Sakleshpur taluk was also rendered impassable.

Moreover, the road linking Kumbaradi and Harle Estate in Sakleshpur taluk was washed away due to the downpour and subsequent landslide during the early hours of Tuesday. Villagers have voiced concerns, alleging that the ongoing unscientific Yettinahole project has contributed to the landslides in parts of Sakleshpur taluk. The Hassan district administration is actively addressing the aftermath of the landslides, prioritising both immediate relief and long-term solutions.

Meanwhile, the incident comes in the wake of massive landslide that struck Wayanad in Kerala which resulted in the death over 300 people. 

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