Madhya Pradesh Villagers Halt Nuclear Plant Tests Over Consent
· India · Indian Express
Villagers in Madhya Pradesh's Rewa district have stopped preliminary ground investigations for a proposed Tata Power nuclear project, objecting that the Gram Sabha did not grant consent. The protest erupted after drilling equipment arrived near Rojhauhi village for geological and water availability studies. The Rewa district administration stated that no land has been allocated to the company and that the tests are solely intended to assess the site's suitability. The proposed 2X220 MW nuclear plant project has faced resistance even before construction begins. Tata Power has not yet responded to the local opposition.
Why it matters
This standoff highlights the growing tension between rural communities and corporate developers over land rights and local consent for major energy infrastructure projects in India.
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