Archive · 22 Aug 2025
BJD Calls for Halt to Polavaram Project Over Tribal Concerns
The BJD, a political party, wants the government to pause the Polavaram project because it could hurt tribal people in a nearby district.
They say the project will cause problems, including flooding, displacement and ecological damage, but they haven't been listened to by the government.
They have spoken to ministers and other officials, but they feel like nothing is being done.
The BJD also mentioned the Supreme Court which had said that everyone should be consulted before proceeding, and the BJD does not feel like that's happening.
They have asked for things like new studies to see what is really happening.
BJD demands a stop-work order on the Polavaram project due to concerns about tribal impact.
The BJD delegation met with the Union Jal Shakti Minister and CWC to discuss the issue.
Odisha is worried about the project's impact on Malkangiri district, especially on tribal communities.
BJD claims the Ministry and CWC have failed to act on Supreme Court directives regarding stakeholder engagement.
Concerns raised include design changes, backwater impact, and embankment reviews.
- Who
- BJD, Union Jal Shakti Minister, CWC, tribal communities, and the Andhra Pradesh government.
- What
- BJD demands a stop-work order on the Polavaram project.
- When
- The BJD delegation met with Union Jal Shakti Minister and CWC, with past meetings in December 2024, and February 2025.
- Where
- Malkangiri district, Odisha, India and the Polavaram project in Andhra Pradesh.
- Why
- Concerns about the impact of the project on the tribal communities, and non compliance with the directives of the Supreme Court.
BJD
Government and Project Developers
Tribal impact
BJD
The project threatens the lives, lands and livelihoods of thousands of tribal people.
Government and Project Developers
The project is being developed legally with appropriate governmental oversight.
Project Design
BJD
The design changes are unilateral, without Odisha's consent.
Government and Project Developers
The project is vital for the completion of the project.
- Project Location
- Polavaram, Andhra Pradesh
- Affected District
- Malkangiri, Odisha
- Party Demanding Action
- BJD
- Government Ministry Involved
- Union Jal Shakti Ministry
- Main Concern
- Submergence Impact on Tribal Communities
- Court Directives Referenced
- Supreme Court (06.09.2022 and 07.12.2022)