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Standing precariously on the thin edge of a newly dug well, Ajitbhai Narela looked out proudly at his groundnut and mango saplings.

For decades, he said, his family has tilled the soil here, working the land and producing sweet-tasting fruit. But soon, he noted, the fields may disappear. If Indian officials have their way, land in this seaside village will be paved over for a nuclear power plant.

  • Farmer Ajitbhai Narela cited concerns about safety and livelihood in refusing to sell his fertile land.

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  • 02 Nov 09
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    Standing precariously on the thin edge of a newly dug well, Ajitbhai Narela looked out proudly at his groundnut and mango saplings.

    For decades, he said, his family has tilled the soil here, working the land and producing sweet-tasting fruit. But soon, he noted, the fields may disappear. If Indian officials have their way, land in this seaside village will be paved over for a nuclear power plant.

    nuclear energy india asia s4 nuke.news nuke.news.int

    • Farmer Ajitbhai Narela cited concerns about safety and livelihood in refusing to sell his fertile land.