Unscientific road widening by the NHAI along the Kiratpur-Manali highway has forced at least nine families to evacuate their homes in five Himachal Pradesh villages. Houses developed cracks and agricultural land began sinking due to the unstable land caused by the highway work. Residents are seeking compensation from NHAI for the damages.
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Unscientific road widening by the NHAI along the Kiratpur-Manali highway has forced at least nine families to evacuate their homes in five Himachal Pradesh villages. Houses developed cracks and agricultural land began sinking due to the unstable land caused by the highway work. Residents are seeking compensation from NHAI for the damages.
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