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Ken-Betwa Dam Project Overlooks Displaced Women Amid Compensation Issues

15 Ağustos 2026Al Jazeera

The Ken-Betwa dam project in India is displacing thousands of people, particularly affecting women who are often overlooked in compensation discussions. Legal protections designed to ensure fair compensation are not being upheld, leaving many vulnerable.
This situation highlights the broader issue of gender disparity in environmental projects and the need for inclusive policies.
India's push for infrastructure development often leads to large-scale projects like the Ken-Betwa dam, which promise economic benefits but frequently come at a significant social cost. The displacement of communities, especially women, reflects a systemic oversight in planning and implementation phases, where the v…
The Ken-Betwa dam project serves as a critical case study in the intersection of environmental development and gender equity. The neglect of women's rights in the compensation process not only exacerbates existing inequalities but also undermines the legitimacy of the project itself.

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