Sangurigadhi Villages Face High Risk of Landslides, Threatening Local Communities
In Sangurigadhi Rural Municipality, Dhankuta, Nepal, several villages are facing a significant threat from landslides. Dhadhuwa village, home to 27 families, is particularly at risk, with landslides occurring on both sides of the settlement. An old landslide on the eastern side began in 1999, displacing seven families, while a new landslide on the western side started in 2018. The steep terrain and streams exacerbate the situation, putting the entire settlement at risk. Majhuwa village in Ward No. 6 is experiencing similar issues, with landslides surrounding the settlement. The municipality has identified over two dozen landslide-prone locations, affecting many families. Efforts to mitigate the risk include relocating vulnerable families, planting trees, and constructing retaining walls. 
