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Chavara's Mines: Solving Local Issues Amidst Operations
25 Jul
Summary
- PSUs must resolve land disputes and coastal erosion during operations.
- Expedited compassionate appointments and land return mandated.
- Dredging and seawall construction prioritized for local safety.
In a recent meeting, Forest Minister Shibu Baby John mandated that public sector undertakings IRE and KMML in Chavara must conduct their mineral sand mining operations without complaint. The minister emphasized the importance of simultaneously addressing pressing local issues such as land disputes and coastal erosion.
Specific instructions were given to IRE to hasten compassionate appointments and ensure the timely restoration of mined lands. A special meeting will soon convene to expedite land acquisition for a new school building at St. Gregorios LP School, funded by KMML's CSR.
KMML is also set to provide financial aid for a protective seawall construction along the coast near Kattil Mekkathil Temple. Furthermore, KMML and the Harbour Engineering department are directed to complete the dredging of Neendakara Harbour immediately. Land allocation for a disaster management radar system was also approved.
