Strongly opposing mining activities in their village, Rishivan Gramvikas Kendra, Rivona, has pointed out that the site for an iron and manganese ore mine of a private party is on a hill which is the source of a total of around 18 to 20 springs, including the world famous 'Takazor'.
It is believed that the mine was operational around 40 years ago and since then till now no operations have been carried out on the mine."These springs are the only source of potable water for the entire population in the mining lease area and adjoining areas. They also irrigate a vast span of paddy fields, orchards and plantations,'' said P S Patil, a member of the organization.Patil, in a signed press statement, pointed out that "The rapid environment impact assessment and environment management plan report submitted by the proponent of the project is full of blatant lies and is totally fabricated to project our village as a backward area," he said.
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