Environment Impact Assessment

Environment ministry's draft EIA Notification leaves much to be desired; indigenous methods of planning, development needed

One needs to wonder whether the EIA as a mechanism is even functional to address India’s ecological concerns. Furthermore, if it does need a facelift, is the kind put forward by the government a move in the right direction?

Rahul Gandhi terms draft EIA notification 'dangerous' and 'disgraceful', urges people to protest against it

The EIA draft is a 'disaster' and it seeks to silence the voice of communities who will be directly impacted by the environmental degradation it unleashes, Gandhi said.

Delhi Police cites UAPA to block website opposing draft EIA 2020; site back online after cops 'withdraw' notice

Running an online campaign against the controversial Draft EIA 2020, FridaysforFuture.in was blocked by the Delhi Police, saying it depicted "objectionable contents and unlawful activities or terrorist act, which are dangerous for the peace, tranquillity and sovereignty of the India"

No Environment Impact Assessment for highway expansion in Goa: Violations continue as new draft seeking further dilutions released for comments

In a case involving the diversion of forest land to expand a highway near Goa’s Netravali Wildlife Sanctuary, there is no EIA nor a study examining possible alternatives. A group of local residents from Canacona have filed a public interest litigation (PIL) to oppose this diversion.

Small hydropower projects turning rivers into series of static water bodies, shows study

India is promoting small hydropower projects (SHPs) — defined as hydropower facilities of less than 25 megawatt (MW) — on the assumption that they are socially beneficial and more environment-friendly than larger ones.