Friday, July 11, 2014

India's new policy puts roads ahead of wildlife concerns

Faster approvals for military projects along China border could put 60 national parks and its iconic animals at risk 
Bumla pass at the India-China border in Arunachal Pradesh
Indian army personnel keep vigil at Bumla pass at the India-China border in Arunachal Pradesh. The Indian military wants to build roads linking its outposts and airbases. Photograph: Biju Boro/AFP/Getty Images
Read more in The Guardian

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