How the Nanar anti-refinery protests in Maharashtra clicked
The protestors used diverse social, legal and political activism strategies and drove a hard bargain with the local politicians to convey the will of the people to the state government Konkan, the western coast of Maharashtra, is known for its scenic beauty and rich biodiversity. But in recent years, it has been in the news due to the protests against mega-projects like the Jaitapur Nuclear Power Plant and Nanar refinery. Fishing and...