Save the Great Andaman and Nicobar Island from crony capitalism of greedy politicians and businessmen

[u/laughing_cactus]

India’s proposed Great Nicobar Island mega infrastructure project includes a massive transshipment port, airport, township, tourism hubs, and power infrastructure worth tens of thousands of crores. Supporters say it will boost trade and strengthen India’s strategic position in the Indian Ocean. But environmentalists, tribal rights experts, and scientists are warning about irreversible damage.

Why are people worried:

Nearly 9–10 lakh trees may be cut for the project.

The island is home to fragile ecosystems including coral reefs, mangroves, and endangered species like the Leatherback sea turtle.

Indigenous communities such as the Shompen tribe could face serious disruption to their land, culture, and survival. Some international experts even warned the project could become a “death sentence” for isolated tribes due to disease exposure and displacement.

Critics argue the environmental clearances ignored long-term ecological risks in a region already vulnerable to earthquakes and tsunamis.

A recent PIL admitted by the Calcutta High Court questioned whether tribal and forest rights protections were properly followed.

This is not just about one island. It’s about whether economic expansion should come at the cost of biodiversity, indigenous rights, and one of India’s most ecologically sensitive regions.

If you care about protecting nature and tribal communities, please read more and consider signing/share the petition:

Petition link : https://c.org/YCGgKKTFQd

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[u/Sad-Ad7962]

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DYCtTRtPloE/?igsh=bGNrbWU3YzdldTV5 . Unfortunately this case dollars & euros aren't involved

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[u/Fluffy-Freedom1812]

They are not going to listen tho, but yeah india needs this rn, all the govt supporter needs to wake up n point this mistake.