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9 July 2026

Wayanad tunnel road project debris slip

The incident serves as a relevant case study for disaster management, environmental impact assessment compliance, and the application of bioengineering for slope stabilization in ecologically sensitive regions.

1 min read Day 2 of 6 2 questions 1 prelims

Notes

  • A debris slip occurred at the under-construction Wayanad tunnel road project site at Kalladi, near Meppadi, Kerala.
  • The incident resulted in three confirmed deaths and 10 injuries; five individuals remain missing.
  • The Kerala government has initiated a detailed investigation to determine if the project implementation complied with the 50 conditions stipulated in the environmental clearance granted by the Union government.
  • Project work is suspended pending the outcome of the investigation.
  • Bioengineering approaches, such as the use of bamboo species (e.g., Melocanna baccifera, Bambusa bambos), are proposed as effective methods for slope stabilisation and landslide mitigation in high-rainfall regions.
  • Bamboo root and rhizome systems contribute to soil binding and erosion control, serving as a sustainable disaster risk reduction strategy.

Part of a longer story

This is day 2 of 6 in Wayanad tunnel road project development and safety concerns, which has been running since 8 July 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

  1. Discuss the role of bioengineering and nature-based solutions in mitigating landslide risks in the ecologically sensitive regions of the Western Ghats. 150 words
    Attempt this — 150 words in 8 min
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  2. Infrastructure development in ecologically fragile zones requires a balance between economic growth and environmental sustainability. Critically examine the importance of strict compliance with environmental clearance conditions in preventing man-made disasters. 250 words
    Attempt this — 250 words in 11 min
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Prelims

  1. Which of the following plant species are identified as effective for slope stabilisation and landslide mitigation due to their extensive root and rhizome systems?

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