The Sengol controversy in India pertains to the proposed construction of the Sengol dam in the Western Ghats region of Kerala. The controversy arises due to concerns over the dam's potential environmental and ecological impact on the Western Ghats, which is a biodiverse hotspot and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Jairam Ramesh, a prominent politician from the Indian National Congress party, has been vocal in criticizing the construction of the Sengol dam. According to Ramesh, the dam's construction disregards environmental laws and the scientific recommendations of the Western Ghats Ecology Expert Panel (WGEEP). Regarding the role of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Ramesh highlights that the BJP-led central government has ignored the concerns raised by environmentalists and local communities. Ramesh contends that the BJP's support for the dam project is contrary to their previous claims of safeguarding the environment. Overall, Ramesh opposes the Sengol dam project due to its potential ecological consequences and criticizes the BJP's stance on the issue.