Rajendra Singh raises concerns over projects in eco-sensitive zones
Water conservationist Rajendra Singh has raised alarms over industrial and data center projects threatening ecologically sensitive zones in Andhra Pradesh. He advocates for stronger legal protections for mountains, forests, and wetlands to ensure environmental sustainability for future generations.
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This highlights the growing tension between rapid industrial development and the preservation of critical natural ecosystems in India.
Noted water conservationist and founder of Jal Biradari Rajendra Singh on Thursday voiced concern over proposed industrial and data centre projects in ecologically sensitive areas of north Andhra Pradesh and called for stronger protection of hills, forests, wetlands and coastal ecosystems.
The article reports on a specific activist's concerns and proposed legislation without taking a stance on the projects themselves.
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