Ramban, Nov 9: Residents of Dhalwas village in Ramban district, affected by the massive landslide along National Highway-44 on 28-29 March 2020, have expressed deep resentment over the delay in payment of compensation despite several government communications and reports recommending relief and rehabilitation measures.

According to official documents, the landslide, located between 132.740 km and 133.240 km of NH-44, has been classified by the Geological Survey of India (GSI) as “active”, with visible ground cracks and slope movement threatening nearby houses. The slide area, covering more than 0.40 sq. km, continues to endanger life and property in the region.

GSI Findings

In its final report dated May 23, 2023, the GSI attributed the landslide to multiple factors including prolonged h

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