Landslide puts multi-storey buildings in Galiyat at risk
A view of the landslide near a multi-storey building in Galiyat. — Dawn ABBOTTABAD: A landslide along the Sajjan Gali Road in Galiyat has put several houses at risk due to the continued subsidence of the ground close to some multi-storey buildings. While talking to Dawn , residents have alleged that reckless and unplanned construction activities in Galiyat, allegedly carried out without due…
A recent landslide along Sajjan Gali Road in Galiyat has put multiple multi-storey buildings and adjacent residences at risk due to ongoing ground subsidence. Residents have accused developers of reckless and unplanned construction in the region, arguing that these actions have destabilized mountain slopes and heightened the threat of landslides, especially during the rainy season.
The current situation has caused fear and panic among local families, with concerns about potential loss of life and property if further ground movement occurs. Authorities are urged to enforce strict compliance with construction regulations and conduct a thorough technical inspection of the affected area to identify the causes of the landslide and take immediate protective measures.
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