Himachal’s Bada Bhangal Cut Off: Gaddi Tribe Faces Crisis
Landslides and a dramatically altered river course have isolated Bada Bhangal village in Himachal Pradesh. This has severed all pedestrian access and vital supply routes.
The incident has severely impacted the Gaddi community, disrupting their traditional seasonal migration patterns. Essential supplies are dwindling, creating hardship for villagers.
The changed riverbed has rendered established pathways impassable, leaving the community stranded. This poses significant challenges to their livelihoods and daily life.
Authorities are currently working to restore access to the village. However, the scale of the damage and the challenging terrain pose significant logistical hurdles.
The situation highlights the vulnerability of remote Himalayan communities to natural disasters and the urgent need for robust infrastructure and disaster preparedness plans in these areas. The long-term impact on the Gaddi community’s unique pastoral lifestyle remains a serious concern.
