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  "path": "/2026/06/19/punjab-farmers-residents-voice-strong-opposition-to-malwa-canal-project/",
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  "tags": [
    "Punjab",
    "Buddha Nullah",
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  "textContent": "Farmers and residents in Punjab's Bathinda region strongly opposed the proposed Malwa Canal project at a public hearing, citing fears of groundwater contamination from polluted water sources. The project aims to boost irrigation but faces significant local resistance over environmental concerns.",
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