Landslide Risks Loom Over Sarajevo Amidst Mountain Construction Controversy

Vejsil Kajanija, a Bosnian pensioner, is witnessing risks of landslides due to faults in the ground above his historic neighbourhood in Sarajevo. Local officials and experts link these to ongoing construction on Trebevic mountain. Authorities have already begun evacuations, with public fears heightened due to recent deadly landslides.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 14-11-2024 14:32 IST | Created: 14-11-2024 14:32 IST
Landslide Risks Loom Over Sarajevo Amidst Mountain Construction Controversy
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Sarajevo's historic neighborhoods face the threat of landslides as cracks widen on the slopes above, amidst ongoing construction projects.

Local authorities have evacuated some residents, maximizing caution after the recent deadly quarry collapse in Donja Jablanica stirred public fear.

Efforts to mitigate risk require coordinated action between Bosnia's autonomous entities, highlighting the complex interplay of governance.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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