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Microsoft data center in Mekaguda accused of dumping industrial waste
Microsoft is building a data center in Mekaguda, Telangana, India. Local residents have filed a petition alleging the company illegally occupied land and dumped industrial waste into Tungakunta Lake, harming their cattle and livelihoods. Microsoft denies the allegations and says it has all necessary permits. The case is pending in Telangana High Court.
- Date it happened
- 2023-07-01
- Organisation involved
- Microsoft
- Product, system or model
- Mekaguda data center
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