Joshimath-like situation in Doda; cracks due to land subsidence

DODA, Jammu and Kashmir: A Joshimath- like situation has taken place in Doda, a town in Jammu and Kashmir, after several houses developed cracks due to land subsidence. A team of scientists from the Geological Survey of India (GSI) visited Doda to analyse the situation. They have collected samples from the area and are yet to deliver the report.

Vishesh Paul, Deputy Commissioner of Doda, said, “19 houses have developed cracks along with two other structures. The GSI team is on the task and has taken samples, they will give us details as to what is actually happening here. Actions to be taken accordingly under Disaster management.”

Athar Amir Zargar, Sub-divisional Magistrate (SDM) of Doda, mentioned that locals of the town witnessed the cracks last December which have now started aggravating.  He said, “The situation is being regularly monitored by Doda’s Deputy Commissioner and his senior officers. The situation is currently under control. The Government has also sent a team from the Geological Survey of India and they are conducting their studies and will submit their report to the government. The people have vacated the area.”

Ramban district, which borders Doda, has developed a similar case where three houses collapsed and five families have been evacuated to a safer place.