Citizens’ forum raises concerns over data centre project, coal dust pollution
The Greater Visakhapatnam Citizens’ Forum is calling for strict environmental oversight of a new hyperscale data center project near sensitive ecological zones. Additionally, the group is pushing for the implementation of dust-suppression technology to combat coal pollution from local ports.
Why it matters
The report underscores the conflict between industrial development and environmental preservation in rapidly growing port cities.
The Greater Visakhapatnam Citizens’ Forum (GVCF) has called for strict adherence to environmental regulations in the proposed hyperscale data centre project near Adavivaram and Mudasarlova, while also urging for urgent measures to address coal dust pollution in the city.
The article reports on the forum's concerns and the project's status in a balanced, factual manner.
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