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Make the Himalaya a ‘no-go zone’ for high-risk mega infrastructures: Civil society coalition

Source: downtoearth.org.inOriginal report

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A civil society coalition advocates for designating the Himalaya as a 'no-go zone' for high-risk mega infrastructure projects, citing the region's ecological fragility and vulnerability to environmental degradation and disasters. The proposal aims to protect the unique Himalayan ecosystem and promote sustainable development practices.

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A civil society coalition advocates for designating the Himalaya as a 'no-go zone' for high-risk mega infrastructure projects, citing the region's ecological fragility and vulnerability to environmental degradation and disasters. The proposal aims to protect the unique Himalayan ecosystem and promote sustainable development practices.

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