GS4 · UPSC Mains
You are a young officer who has recently been posted as the District Magistrate in a district where power cuts are a regular phenomenon. A thermal power plant is proposed in your district, which has the potential to not only meet the energy demand of yours but also that of neighbouring districts, and also provide employment opportunities for the people of your district. However, a few people from the district are protesting against it because of the concerns of displacement and the potential pollution issue that the project may lead to. It is brought to your notice that prominent local leaders have mobilized a large crowd and are planning to march towards the Collectorate. You have also received information that the crowd may turn violent due to the presence of miscreants. In the context of this situation, address the following: (a) Identify the stakeholders and highlight the issues involved in the above case. (b) State the measures that you would take as the District Magistrate.
GS4 · Case studies on the above issues
| Topper | Rank | Source | Copy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Archit Dongre | — | Vision | p.44 |
| Pakshal | — | Vision | p.42 |
| Arun Malviya | — | VisionIAS | p.44 |
| Sudipa Dutta | — | Vision | p.41 |