“The decision follows recommendations by a Cabinet Sub-Committee appointed to address long-standing issues arising from the project, particularly the displacement of farmers.”

“Authorities were unable to implement the plan due to multiple constraints, including encroachment of the identified lands by unauthorised occupants, dense forest cover, threats from wild elephants, and the remoteness of the locations from the farmers’ original communities.”

“Adapting to new environmental and social conditions posed significant challenges for the displaced families, further undermining the feasibility of relocation.”