Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has accused the central government of not being transparent about the massive development project being undertaken on the Great Nicobar Island. Environmentalists are concerned that the project, which is expected to cost around ₹81,000 crore, could result in the removal of lakhs of trees. He said that the environmental impact reports and conservation plans related to the project are not available to the public. The government, however, says that the project has strategic importance and has already received relevant approvals. Experts suggest that a balance between development and environmental protection is needed.
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Jairam Ramesh criticizes lack of transparency on Great Nicobar project
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tmanasa
- June 20, 2026
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Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has accused the central government of not being transparent about the massive development project being undertaken on the Great Nicobar Island. Environmentalists are concerned that the project, which is expected to cost around ₹81,000 crore, could result in the removal of lakhs of trees. He said that the environmental impact reports and conservation plans related to the project are not available to the public. The government, however, says that the project has strategic importance and has already received relevant approvals. Experts suggest that a balance between development and environmental protection is needed.
