‘The Western Ghats are weak and cannot withstand extreme rainfall; Mining has devastated coastal areas; The disaster caused’ | Western Ghats | Landslide | Kerala | Climatic Changes Manorama Online Premium | Latest News | Malayalam News | Malayala Manorama

Kerala once more Passing through a torrential downpour. Natural calamities like soil erosion and landslides are not new to Kerala. What are the challenges that this critical phase of climate change poses to Kerala? Why are landslides common in hilly areas even if it rains for a few hours? Is our coastline safe? What is the reason for the mistimed, devastating floods in the state? Cusat Advanced Center for Atmospheric Radar Research Director Dr. S. Abhilash Manorama interacts with online interview series ‘The Insider’.