Goa: Land Mines
The Chief Minister of Goa and Minister of Mines for 11 years, Digambar Kamat is under fire on allegations that he hasn't acted against mining violations and for favoring his politician friends and colleagues.
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Goa: Land MinesA high school teacher from the mining town of Bicholem in North Goa, Ramesh Gauns became an anti illegal mining activist. Standing at the bank of the Assnora river, he shows us a Sesa Goa mine which he claims was given clearances despite obvious violations. -
Goa: Land MinesTrucks used to carry ore have become the flashpoint of debate over the advantages of mining. Many Goans have found employment as drivers and owners, while others who oppose mining say it is just a ploy by the companies for local support.
