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Panna Villagers Rally Against Ken-Betwa Project, Reviving Chita Andolan
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 01 Oct 2026, 05:37 PM
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Villagers in Panna district of Madhya Pradesh have resumed the Chita Andolan, protesting the proposed Ken‑Betwa project that threatens local livelihoods and the environment.
In Panna district, residents have revived the Chita Andolan, a protest movement against the Ken‑Betwa project. The project, which involves large-scale water diversion, has raised concerns among villagers about potential displacement and ecological damage. Local leaders and farmers have gathered to voice their opposition, demanding a reassessment of the project’s impact.
The movement, which had paused earlier, has now intensified as new information about the project’s scope emerged. Protesters are calling for transparent environmental assessments and community consultation before any construction proceeds. They argue that the project could disrupt agricultural activities and water availability in the region.
Authorities have acknowledged the protests and indicated that they will review the concerns raised by the community. However, villagers remain skeptical about the effectiveness of the review process and are demanding immediate halting of any construction work until a comprehensive impact study is completed.
The movement, which had paused earlier, has now intensified as new information about the project’s scope emerged. Protesters are calling for transparent environmental assessments and community consultation before any construction proceeds. They argue that the project could disrupt agricultural activities and water availability in the region.
Authorities have acknowledged the protests and indicated that they will review the concerns raised by the community. However, villagers remain skeptical about the effectiveness of the review process and are demanding immediate halting of any construction work until a comprehensive impact study is completed.