Nainital's Sinking Roads: Cracks Widen on Upper Mall Road Amidst Tourist Rush

• Land subsidence and cracks are reappearing on Nainital's Upper Mall Road, following recent issues on Lower Mall Road.
• The incidents pose a significant threat to Nainital's fragile geological structure, exacerbated by human intervention and heavy vehicles.
• PWD is monitoring and undertaking permanent treatment for Lower Mall Road (target June 2026), which is impacting Upper Mall Road.
• The ongoing tourist season with increased vehicle pressure intensifies the risk, despite 60% hotel occupancy boosting business.
• Experts warn that immediate permanent solutions, including curbing construction and streamlining traffic, are crucial to save Nainital.

Why It Matters: Nainital faces growing land subsidence threat on Mall Roads, demanding urgent action amidst tourist season.