of Maharashtra palghar district proposed in Vadhavan Port There have been massive protests by local people and communities against the project. Thousands of fishermen, farmers, tribals, women and youth took to the streets to save the marine ecology and their livelihoods. Opponents say the project will seriously impact the area’s environment and traditional livelihoods.
local group Vadavan Dam Virodhi Sangharsh Samiti (VBVSS) led by approximately more than 20,000 people March took out for about 4-5 kilometers from Palghar Railway Station to District Collector Office. the protesters Demanded from the government to cancel the plans of other mega projects including Badhwan Bandar.. They are against the project a detailed memorandum Also handed over to the district administration.
Opponents say that replenishment of land under the sea and approximately 4,000 acres of land But the construction work is likely to destroy agricultural land, fisheries, salt fields and forest areas, which may jeopardize the livelihood of local communities. He claimed that restricted areas for fishermen Thousands of families will lose their livelihood due to this (where fishing may now be banned).
The protesters also said that the project Adequate assessment of social and environmental impacts Has not been done and people’s opinion has not been taken properly. Villagers indicated that this coastal area was historically used for fish production.golden belt‘ and this project could seriously impact the marine ecology.
Amid the protests, locals have demanded clear answers from the government on issues such as environmental protection rules, constitutional rights and protection of traditional livelihoods. They have also warned of intensifying the agitation if the government does not accept their demands in writing.
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