A Study of Effectiveness of Rehabilitation and Resettlement Policy on Indira Sagar Project on Narmada River with particular reference to Omkareshwar MP

Abstract

newline The doctoral research work titled quotA Study of the Effectiveness of Rehabilitation and Resettlement Policy on Indira Sagar Project, Narmada River, with Particular Reference to Omkareshwarquot provides a comprehensive analysis of the socio-political dynamics and environmental consequences of large-scale dam constructions in India, with a specific focus on the Narmada Valley Development Project. This scholarly work scrutinizes the conflict between technological progress and environmental preservation, highlighting the extensive displacement triggered by these development projects and the progressive adaptation of policy frameworks in response to rehabilitation, resettlement, and the exigencies of climate change. newlineEmploying a mixed-methods approach that integrates both exploratory and normative methodologies, this study conducts a thorough investigation into the effects of rehabilitation and resettlement policies through field research, including interviews, surveys, and participatory observations with communities impacted by the ISP. The research elucidates the complex socio-economic disturbances initiated by the project, such as changes in land ownership, employment types, and livelihood practices. newlineCentral to the thesis is the exploration of Development-Induced Displacement and Resettlement (DIDR), offering both global and localized perspectives on the challenges faced by individuals displaced by infrastructure development. It argues for a rights-based approach to ameliorate the negative consequences of displacement, utilizing case studies to demonstrate the intricacies and differential success of rehabilitation and resettlement initiatives. newlineFurthermore, the thesis examines the historical, geographical, and cultural relevance of the Narmada River, and evaluates the direct impacts of the Indira Sagar Project on the Omkareshwar region. It critically assesses the execution of policies and proposes strategies for enhancing the socio-economic integration and living conditions of displaced populations. Advoc