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A.P. Human Rights Forum demands withdrawal of draft EIA for Vijayawada water aerodrome
HRF asked for the immediate withdrawal of the Draft Environmental Impact Assessment for the water aerodrome proposed at Prakasam Barrage on the Krishna River, citing factual errors and safety concerns. The group also called for cancelling the public hearing planned for May 21, 2026.
Why It Matters
The decision on the EIA will influence environmental oversight and public participation in the project. The statement underscores civil society involvement in environmental risk assessment in Andhra Pradesh.
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HRF calls for withdrawal of Draft EIA and cancellation of public hearing
April 24, 2026
In a statement on Friday, HRF AP state general secretary Y. Rajesh and secretary G. Rohith demanded the immediate withdrawal of the Draft EIA report for the water aerodrome proposed at Prakasam Barrage on the Krishna River, citing factual errors and safety concerns. They also called for the cancellation of the public hearing scheduled for May 21, 2026, stating the current document is unreliable and inadequate for decision-making.