Great Nicobar project faces critical seismic questions in high-risk zone

Summary

India's proposed mega-project on Great Nicobar Island, including an International Container Transshipment Terminal at Galathea Bay, faces significant challenges due to the island's location in Seismic Zone V. While the government plans to begin construction by 2028, geological studies indicate a high risk of major earthquakes, raising concerns about the project's long-term viability and the adequacy of current seismic assessments.