Hidden Treasure Unearthed: Uranium Found In Jharkhand Village After 9-Year Wait

A significant discovery has been made in a village in Jharkhand's East Singhbhum district nearly nine years after initial survey indications of large deposits of high-quality uranium. The discovery could be a boon to India's nuclear capabilities and energy needs. But it raises concerns about the health and environmental impacts on local communities, who have long suffered from the repercussions of uranium mining. Activists call for immediate audits to ensure that the residents are safe as mining operations resume. This news story showcases the constant struggle between energy needs and community health in uranium-rich regions. 

 

Source: India Today