3 Things Anger over ethanol plant, chaos during Messi's visit, and PM’s 3 nation tour
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Dec 16, 2025 In this engaging discussion, journalist Parul Kulshrestha delves into the violent protests in Hanumangarh against a controversial ethanol plant, highlighting farmers' fears of pollution and water depletion. Tanushree Bose shares her on-the-ground insights about the chaos surrounding Messi's Kolkata visit, revealing how ticketing issues led to fan unrest and stadium vandalism. Finally, the conversation touches on Prime Minister Modi's three-country tour, focusing on significant trade and defense priorities with Oman, Ethiopia, and Jordan.
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Groundwater Fears Drive Farmers' Protest
- Farmers fear the ethanol plant will deplete groundwater and harm farming in a fertile region called Tibbi.
- Parul Kulshrestha explains the plant's water needs and local dependence on groundwater as the core concern.
Factory Office Burned During Clash
- Protesters set vehicles and a temporary office on fire, forcing officials to be rescued from a balcony.
- Parul Kulshrestha recounts chaotic scenes and injuries after the crowd breached the factory boundary.
Construction Put On Hold Pending Probe
- Authorities paused construction and formed a joint committee with factory, government and farm leaders to inspect concerns.
- Parul Kulshrestha says further action depends on the committee's findings on pollution and groundwater impact.