Hunger Strike Against Ken-Betwa Link Project Continues for 15th Day in Bundelkhand
An indefinite hunger strike against the Ken-Betwa Link Project and other irrigation schemes in Madhya Pradesh's Bundelkhand region entered its 15th day. Protesters, primarily tribal women, allege inadequate rehabilitation and grievances related to displacement caused by the projects. The protest is being held on the banks of the Barana river near Kupi village. In addition to the hunger strike, protesters have launched 'jal satyagraha', 'chita satyagraha', and a symbolic 'faansi satyagraha' to highlight their demands and draw attention to the environmental and social impacts of the inter-linking project.
Key Points
- A hunger strike against the Ken-Betwa Link Project in Bundelkhand, Madhya Pradesh, has reached its 15th day.
- Protesters, mainly tribal women, are demanding adequate rehabilitation and addressing displacement issues.
- The protest includes various forms of satyagraha to draw attention to the project's impacts.
- The Ken-Betwa Link Project is an inter-state river linking project aimed at transferring surplus water from the Ken river to the Betwa river.
Exam Facts
- Project: Ken-Betwa Link Project
- Location: Bundelkhand region, Madhya Pradesh (near Kupi village, Barana river)
- Duration of protest: 15 days
- Protest forms: Hunger strike, 'jal satyagraha', 'chita satyagraha', 'faansi satyagraha'
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