A scathing, devastating critique of the outrageous, thoughtlessly destructive, and ecologically damaging #GreatNicobar infrastructure project, by Pankaj Sekhsaria in #Frontline. Everyone concerned with #nature, #environment, and #biodiversity #conservation in #India should be deeply troubled by this disastrous project and how it's being pushed through.
https://frontline.thehindu.com/environment/great-nicobar-infrastructure-environmental-tragedy/article69158497.ece
#Andamans #Nicobars #islands #shipping #tourism #AndamanNicobar

With great respect for Ashish Kothari and other environmental campaigners who are fighting for sense to prevail and against the #ecocide planned for the #Nicobars. One would have hoped for a stronger order from NGT and a more credible committee with independent scientists of repute ... Skeptical that that this committee filled with government representatives will do what's needed: a true and full critical reappraisal and rethink of this disastrous project.
https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/national-green-tribunal-orders-committee-to-review-environmental-clearance-for-great-nicobar-project-concerns-raised-by-appellants-to-be-addressed-101680805975720.html