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9 Feb, 9 tweets, 4 min read

Several infrastructure and tourism projects have come up in the fragile Himalayas, drawing concerns from locals and environmentalists. In the wake of the #UttarakhandDisaster here are some land conflicts from our database. 1/9

The Vishnuprayag Hydro-electric Project in Chamoli, which was damaged on Sunday during the disaster, has faced severe opposition from locals who are still fighting to safeguard van panchayat rights over common land. 2/9 landconflictwatch.org/conflicts/peop…

In 2020, the centre allowed resorts and commercial buildings to come up in the eco-sensitive Bhagirathi river valley in #Uttarakhand. These made the region vulnerable to disasters, experts say. 3/9
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People in Himachal Pradesh’s Shimla and Mandi districts have opposed the Luhri Hydro project on river Satluj, saying the area is fragile and unsuitable for mega projects. 4/9
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Another project in the Satluj valley, the Kashang Hydroelectric Project’s expansion is being opposed by activists and locals, after a landslide in the area killed a resident. Reported by Bimla Vishwapremi 5/9 landconflictwatch.org/conflicts/hima…

Another project in Himachal, the Renukaji dam proposed on river Yamuna’s tributary Giri, will displace 259 families and affect 950 ha of forests. The project will supply water to 5 states and Delhi. 6/9 landconflictwatch.org/conflicts/6-st…

Meanwhile, some projects that have come up in the hills are yet to rehabilitate and compensate displaced families, our research shows. 7/9

At least 415 families displaced by the Tehri Dam are still waiting to receive proper rehabilitation for almost half a decade now. From our researcher Ishan. 8/9 landconflictwatch.org/conflicts/tehr…

At least 8000 families displaced by the Pong Dam 50 yrs ago are still awaiting rehabilitation. The SC will hear their case this month. 9/9 indiaspend.com/land-rights/hi…

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