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Protest against move to set up waste processing plant on Sainik School campus

The Hindu Nov 07, 2026 at 07:50 PM IST India
Protest against move to set up waste processing...

AI summary

Thiruvananthapuram Corporation seeks to allocate 20 acres of Sainik School, Kazhakuttam for a waste‑to‑energy plant, prompting strong opposition from parents, alumni and locals over health, environmental and security concerns. The proposal, approved for joint feasibility assessment by the Ministry of Defence, is viewed as unacceptable for the residential military school.

Key takeaways

  • The city mayor requested the land in June and visited the school for a feasibility study.
  • Parents fear air and groundwater pollution will endanger cadets’ health.
  • The school’s training grounds and daily activities would be disrupted by waste‑related noise and odors.
  • Alumni and local residents plan to contest the plan, citing security risks from waste‑transport vehicles.
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