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Himachal Pradesh adopts bio-engineering measures to curb landslides

Shimla, Feb 13 (UNI) As Himachal Pradesh continues its battle against natural disasters particularly landslides triggered frequently by heavy monsoon rains and seismic activity, the Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu government has taken a proactive approach by introducing bio-engineering solutions to mitigate landslides.
For this, the government aims to implement sustainable and scientific techniques to combat this natural disaster.
A key initiative in this direction is the cultivation of vetiver grass, a plant known for its deep and dense root system that effectively binds the soil and prevents erosion.
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