SHIMLA, Himachal Pradesh, Feb. 13 -- The Department of Information and Public Relations, Himachal Pradesh issued the following press release:
To address the increasing frequency of landslides in Himachal Pradesh, the State Government is introducing a bio-engineering initiative to curb this problem. Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said here today that a pilot project has been initiated to cultivate Vetiver grass, known for its deep and dense root system that stabilizes soil and prevents erosion.
He said "Vetiver grass is widely used worldwide for soil conservation, particularly in landslide-prone areas, highway embankments and riverbanks. Recognizing its potential, the Himachal Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority (HP...