Ganjam, July 3 (UDN): Rapid coastal erosion along the Ganjam coast in Odisha is threatening 17 low-lying villages across two gram panchayats, raising serious concerns over potential displacement of residents, according to local reports.
Severe sea-induced erosion has caused significant damage in several areas, including Podampeta village under Ganjam block, where portions of concrete houses have been affected, triggering panic among local communities.
The advancing sea has intensified concerns over the long-term safety and sustainability of coastal habitation in the region, with residents expressing fear of losing homes and livelihoods. The situation has highlighted the vulnerability of low-lying coastal settlements to changing environmental conditions.
Local stakeholders have urged authorities to take urgent measures to mitigate further damage and implement long-term coastal protection strategies to safeguard affected villages.
The issue underscores the growing challenge of coastal erosion in Odisha, which continues to impact infrastructure, housing, and community stability in several coastal districts
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