Island On Edge : The Great Nicobar Crisis

Island on Edge: The Great Nicobar Crisis by Pankaj Sekhsaria examines the proposed infrastructure project on Great Nicobar Island and its potential implications for biodiversity, indigenous communities, environmental governance, and the legal processes surrounding the development. Building on the author's earlier work, The Great Nicobar Betrayal, this collection of articles presents research-based perspectives on one of India's most closely watched environmental debates. It is suited to readers interested in environmental policy, conservation, public affairs, and contemporary India.

Drawing on legal documents, research findings, diplomatic exchanges, and on-the-ground reporting, the book explores the proposed transshipment terminal, airport, power plant, and township while considering the broader questions they raise about development, ecology, and indigenous rights. The essays provide accessible analysis of a complex issue without losing sight of its legal and environmental dimensions.

About This Book

Island on Edge: The Great Nicobar Crisis investigates the planned mega development project on Great Nicobar Island and the concerns it has generated. It discusses the environmental, legal, and ethical questions associated with the project, including its potential impact on fragile ecosystems, biodiversity, indigenous communities, and linguistic heritage.

Through a collection of carefully researched articles, Pankaj Sekhsaria examines official decisions, legal proceedings, diplomatic developments, and field-based observations to provide readers with a detailed understanding of the issues surrounding the project. As a follow-up to The Great Nicobar Betrayal, the book expands the discussion with new evidence and updated perspectives on this significant environmental and public policy issue.

What You'll Discover

• An examination of the proposed Great Nicobar infrastructure project.
• Research on environmental, legal, and ethical issues linked to the development.
• Discussions of biodiversity and ecological concerns on Great Nicobar Island.
• Perspectives on the impact on indigenous communities and their languages.
• Analysis of legal proceedings and diplomatic exchanges related to the project.
• Field-based reporting supported by research and documented evidence.

Perfect For

• Readers interested in environmental issues and conservation.
• Students and researchers of environmental policy and law.
• Readers following contemporary public affairs in India.
• Those interested in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

Why You'll Love This Book

Island on Edge: The Great Nicobar Crisis presents a carefully researched examination of a major development proposal through the lenses of environmental protection, legal processes, and public policy. Its accessible yet detailed approach makes it a valuable resource for readers seeking to understand the complex questions surrounding Great Nicobar Island and its future.