These are some of the major projects of dam that put very adverse impact on society and environment. These are discussed respectively as follows: Tehri Hydroelectric Project: The controversial Tehri dam is a classic example of the wanton destruction of the Himalayan ecosystem and ecology wrought by the demands of development. […]
This article provides information about the evaluation of govt’s initiative to counter the mass level displacement: The Government of India has tried to rescue the situation by its rehabilitation package, although there was no national level policy for resettlement and rehabilitation till 2004. In February: 2004 the central government promulgated the National Rehabilitation Policy for the Project Displaced Persons. Even [...]
This article provides information about the impact of large dams on society and environment: There are various debates on the impact of dams on economy, society, ecology and environment. These debates have brought forth arguments both in favour and against the construction of large dams. Here, the impacts of large dams on society and environment can be discussed as follows. [...]
