Why is there stiff opposition to the auction of Tara Coal Block in Chhattisgarh? Explained
Local communities and environmental groups in Chhattisgarh are strongly opposing the government's plan to auction the Tara coal block. They argue that the Hasdeo forest, preserved by generations, should not be sacrificed for coal extraction. Critics label the move a setback for the state’s ecological stewardship and for India's broader environmental governance and climate policy and public health.