Water, Wildlife, and Welfare: Understanding the Ken-Betwa Project Controversy
Large-scale infrastructure projects often highlight the delicate balance between national development and the rights of local communities. India’s pioneering river-interlinking initiative, the Ken-Betwa Project, has recently brought this tension to the forefront. Driven by the promise of solving severe water scarcity, the project has nonetheless sparked intense grassroots resistance, culminating in a 15-day demonstration that … Read more