Goa: Goa’s Mines Bleed Its Environment Dry - Video Report

Goa: Goa’s Mines Bleed Its Environment Dry - Video Report   Unmonitored mining has boomed in Goa in recent years and has had dire effects on the environment.   The Goa mining industry is thriving, but its impact on nature and the local population is disastrous. 8% of the state surface is already being mined, mostly to extract iron ore that is exported to China. Over 825 mining sites exist throughout the state, and a large number of projects have been given government’s clearance.   The very...

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