Ramban-Gool Road Closed Due to Fresh Land Sinking in J&K

Ramban-Gool Road Closed Due to Fresh Land Sinking in J&K

Dil Bar Irshad | June 20, 2024 | 06:01 PM IST | Breaking News, Jammu Kashmir, Ramban | Follow on Google News

Ramban-Gool Road Closed Due to Fresh Land Sinking in J&K

Ramban-Gool Road Closed Due to Fresh Land Sinking in J&K

Key Highlights:

1. Ramban-Gool road closed again due to land sinking near Parnote.
2. Alternative routes and railway connectivity remain operational.
3. Previous closure and ongoing safety measures by authorities.

Authorities ordered the closure of the Ramban-Gool road in Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday following fresh land sinking in the Parnote area, according to Daily Excelsior.

Local residents reported that the road closure has severely impacted connectivity to several villages. Deputy Commissioner Ramban, Basheer-Ul-Haq Choudary, explained that the Ramban-Gool road had been temporarily reopened to monitor the land’s stability, which remained stable for about a month. “However, since yesterday, the land has started sinking again, prompting us to close the Ramban-Gool road,” he stated.

Choudary reassured residents that an alternative route via Digdol-Sumbal-Sangaldan-Gool and railway connectivity remain operational, ensuring continued access. He also clarified that no residents were affected by the recent land sinking, as preventive measures had relocated them to safer areas.

Earlier in April, the Ramban-Gool road was closed due to similar issues but was temporarily reopened for light passenger vehicles on May 28 by GREF. Last month, experts from the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) investigated the causes of the land sinking in Parnote and submitted a detailed report with recommendations. They urged caution and advised against agricultural or residential activities in the affected area until it is declared safe.

The recurring land sinking and road closures highlight the ongoing geological challenges in the region, emphasizing the need for continuous monitoring and preventive measures to ensure the safety and connectivity of local communities.

Dil Bar Irshad

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