Controversy Over Great Nicobar Island Project: Ecological Concerns Raised

Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has criticized the Great Nicobar Island infrastructure project, citing its adverse ecological impacts. He referenced comments by former Navy Chief Admiral Arun Prakash and Nicobarese anthropologist Anstice Justin who support his stance. Ramesh has exchanged several letters with Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav highlighting the project's flaws.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 30-09-2024 12:40 IST | Created: 30-09-2024 12:40 IST
Controversy Over Great Nicobar Island Project: Ecological Concerns Raised
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Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has voiced strong objections to the current design of the Great Nicobar Island infrastructure project, stating it jeopardizes the region's fragile ecology.

Ramesh shared comments from former Navy Chief Admiral Arun Prakash, who believes security measures can be bolstered without damaging the environment. Prakash's views should be taken seriously, he emphasized.

Ramesh also highlighted concerns from Nicobarese anthropologist Anstice Justin regarding the project's potential ecological and humanitarian disasters in correspondence with Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav. The project's environmental clearances have faced criticism for lacking thorough reassessment.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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