Environmentalists suggest that unchecked construction and human activity within the Bhagirathi Eco-Sensitive Zone exacerbated the recent devastating flood in Dharali village. They highlight that unregulated development disrupts natural drainage and accelerates land degradation. Experts are calling for stricter land-use regulations, comprehensive climate monitoring, and sustainable tourism practices to protect the vulnerable Himalayan ecosystem.
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