India: JK Cement's proposed Bathinda plant faces local opposition
JK Cement's proposed 3 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) cement plant at Maiserkhana in Punjab's Bathinda district faced strong opposition during a public hearing conducted by the Punjab Pollution Control Board. Residents from nearby villages raised concerns over potential impacts on air quality, water resources, public health, and the plant's proximity to residential areas. The project remains subject to regulatory approvals and environmental clearances.