Kerala's government approves projects in Wayanad without comprehensive environmental review, increasing disaster risks.

Kerala's government is facing criticism for approving numerous projects in Wayanad district without conducting a comprehensive environmental review. The projects, including non-coal mining, hill highways, and optical fiber cable installations, were approved without considering the district's topography, rock conditions, or geomorphology. The lack of environmental studies and insufficient safeguards against human activities have made the area more prone to disasters, reportedly exacerbated by human impact.

August 06, 2024
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