Archive · 14 Aug 2025
Tribal Protest in Gujarat Over River Link Project
Tribal people in Gujarat are protesting a project to connect rivers, worried about losing their land and homes.
The government says the project is paused, but the protestors want a clear, official cancellation.
They believe it will cause harm and want the government to confirm the project won't happen.
Meanwhile, political parties are disagreeing on the situation, with some accusing others of spreading false information.
Tribal communities protested the Par-Tapi-Narmada river link project in Dharampur, Gujarat.
BJP called the protest a 'flop show,' claiming low tribal participation.
Congress alleged police blocked tribal access to the protest and meeting.
Congress demands a white paper to formally cancel the project.
The project aims to transfer water from the Western Ghats to Saurashtra and Kutch.
- Who
- Tribal communities, Dam Hatavo Sangharsh Samithi, BJP, Congress.
- What
- Protest against the Par-Tapi-Narmada River Link Project.
- When
- Thursday, specific date not mentioned.
- Where
- Dharampur, Valsad, Gujarat.
- Why
- To oppose the river linking project due to potential displacement and cultural impact.
Protesting Tribals & Congress
BJP & Supporters
Project Status
Protesting Tribals & Congress
Demand complete cancellation of the Par-Tapi-Narmada river link project.
BJP & Supporters
State government claims project is suspended.
Government Response
Protesting Tribals & Congress
Accuse the government of land grabbing and misleading tribals.
BJP & Supporters
Deny claims of widespread support for the protest.
- Project Name
- Par-Tapi-Narmada River Link Project
- Protest Location
- Dharampur, Valsad
- Key Figures
- Anant Patel, Amit Chavda, Dhaval Patel
Sources
Par-Tapi-Narmada linking project has not been revived: Gujarat minister
Gujarat govt stands by its decision to suspend Par-Tapi-Narmada project: Minister
Congress MLA Anant Patel says will go ahead with Aug 14 protest
Gujarat News: Tens Of Thousands Of Tribal Protest In Valsad Against Par-Tapi Narmada Project (VIDEO)
