Gajuwaka residents are protesting against a proposed cement grinding unit, fearing it will worsen pollution and health issues in their area. They urge local authorities to halt the project.

In Gajuwaka, Visakhapatnam, residents are alarmed by a proposed cement grinding unit by Ambuja Cements Limited, fearing it will worsen existing pollution and health issues. The project, planned to be located just 200 meters from residential areas, has sparked significant community opposition. Local residents, including senior citizens, have expressed concerns about respiratory problems and other health risks associated with increased industrial activity. A public hearing scheduled for October 8, 2025, was canceled due to overwhelming opposition, and residents are demanding that local authorities halt the project. The community, supported by various welfare associations, is actively protesting and seeking to engage with local representatives to ensure their voices are heard. The situation highlights the ongoing struggle between industrial development and community health in the region.