Protest against setting up electricity towers through farmland
Farmers in Coimbatore petitioned the District Collector to oppose the installation of electricity towers across their agricultural fields, citing health and livelihood concerns.
Farmers submitted a petition at the grievance meeting held at the Coimbatore District Collector's office, urging the administration to avoid installing high-tension electricity towers through agricultural lands. They stated that this project adversely impacts their farming land.
They also expressed concerns regarding potential health issues, such as cancer, caused by electromagnetic waves from the towers. They have requested the authorities to conduct public consultation meetings and take appropriate action.
Courtesy: Hindu Tamil Thisai