
Medha Patkar is not specifically opposed to the Narmada dam or any specific aspect or impact. The target varies. She is opposed to all large dams, thermal projects, mines and, indeed, all large projects at all times. For her, small is beautiful; big is bad. Her objection is ideological. Yes, R&R must be humane and just. At the end of the day those displaced must be at least as well or better off than before. Let us all join hands to achieve that objective.