Blowing holes into the fragile hills

July 01, 2013 12:37

The unbridled approach to exploitation of mountain resources has contributed to the Uttarakhand disaster, say experts. Chandra Bhushan, Deputy Director-General, Centre for Science and Environment, New Delhi: "There is a connection between deforestation, construction, and the property of soil to retain water. Dams and other constructions reduce the absorbing capacity of soil." Read

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