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It's one of the world's most isolated islands. Here come the bulldozers

By Omkar KhandekarJune 7, 2026·Source: NPR·3 views
Apart from the indigenous people, the Great Nicobar island

The Indian government is spending $9 billion to create a megaport, airport and city on this remote island. Critics fear the impact on pristine forests and the lives of indigenous inhabitants.

(Image credit: Omkar Khandekar/NPR)

Originally reported by NPR. Read the original article

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