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HANM Calls for Immediate Shutdown of Uranium Projects in Meghalaya
✍️ shillongtoday.com
🗓 01 Sep 2026, 08:37 AM
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The Hills Area Network Movement (HANM) has formally demanded that all uranium mining projects in Meghalaya be closed, citing environmental and health concerns.
The Hills Area Network Movement (HANM) submitted a written demand to the state administration urging the immediate closure of all uranium mining projects operating or planned in Meghalaya. The organization highlighted potential risks to the fragile ecosystem of the Khasi and Jaintia hills, as well as long‑term health hazards for local communities.
HANM’s statement referenced recent studies that link uranium extraction to groundwater contamination and increased radiation exposure. The group called for a comprehensive environmental impact assessment before any further exploration is permitted.
State officials have not yet issued a formal response, but the demand adds pressure on the Meghalaya government, which has been balancing mineral development with conservation commitments.
The call for closure comes amid growing national debate over the safety and sustainability of uranium mining in ecologically sensitive regions of India.
HANM’s statement referenced recent studies that link uranium extraction to groundwater contamination and increased radiation exposure. The group called for a comprehensive environmental impact assessment before any further exploration is permitted.
State officials have not yet issued a formal response, but the demand adds pressure on the Meghalaya government, which has been balancing mineral development with conservation commitments.
The call for closure comes amid growing national debate over the safety and sustainability of uranium mining in ecologically sensitive regions of India.