Congress Raises Alarm Over Great Nicobar Infra Project Irregularities

The Congress has highlighted alleged irregularities in the Great Nicobar Infra Project worth Rs 72,000 crore, citing an Indian Express report. Concerns include inadequate social impact assessments and potential detrimental effects on local tribes and resources. Congress demands suspension and thorough review of project clearances.

Amid mounting concerns, the Congress has flagged alleged irregularities and malpractice in the Rs 72,000-crore Great Nicobar Infra Project.

Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh cited a report from the Indian Express, emphasizing local residents' demands for fair compensation and highlighting flaws in the social impact assessment related to land acquisition for a greenfield international airport.

Ramesh criticized the assessment for failing to adequately address the project's impact on vulnerable tribal groups and the island's water resources, urging the suspension of clearances and a comprehensive review by parliamentary committees.

(With inputs from agencies.)