👉 The illegal project involves the unauthorized construction of an underground facility without proper environmental assessments or permits, aiming to exploit a rare mineral resource in a protected area. This clandestine operation bypasses local regulations and international environmental laws, threatening biodiversity and violating the rights of indigenous communities who reside nearby. The project's secrecy is maintained through covert operations and the use of corrupt officials to suppress evidence, making it difficult for authorities to detect and intervene.