Goa Government Backs Off IIT Campus Proposal |

The Goa government has officially scrapped the proposed IIT-Goa campus project at Codar village in Ponda taluka following sustained opposition from local villagers. Residents had raised concerns about land acquisition, environmental impact, and loss of livelihood, leading to months of protests and public resistance.

With this decision, the government has put an end to the controversial plan, promising to look for alternative sites that ensure development without disrupting community life. The move is seen as a victory for grassroots voices in Goa.
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Goa government cancels the IIT-Goa campus project at Codar village after strong opposition from locals, marking a win for community voices.