Communist Party of India (CPI) slammed Tamil Nadu government's recent move to extend land allocation permit for atomic mineral mining in Kanyakumari. Permit granted to Indian Rare Earths Limited (IREL) now covers 1,144 hectares and extends another year.
M. Veerapandian,state secretary of CPI,lashed out at extension,arguing it lets IREL secure environmental clearances and Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) permits. He warned this endangers coastal environment,groundwater,and livelihoods of local fishermen. Thousands affected .
Veerapandian stressed that ruling Tamil Nadu government,which campaigned on environmental protection, must rethink . He called for immediate withdrawal of permit extension, urging officials to change their stance on project.
CPI's opposition highlights growing worries over environmental impact of mining in sensitive coastal zones. As debate rages,future of Kanyakumari's resources and communities hangs in balance…
