Government announces Great Nicobar Project to build a 14.2 MTEU transshipment terminal, international airport, and township over 166.10 sq. km.
Project involves diversion of 130.75 sq. km forest land with 42 environmental conditions and 97.30 sq. km compensatory afforestation in Haryana.
Development includes a 450 MVA gas-solar power plant and safeguards for 1,331 tribal members with a net increase in tribal reserve area.
Phased implementation from 2025-2047 aims to strengthen India's strategic maritime presence and reduce dependency on foreign ports.