Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is scheduled to meet farmers protesting the proposed land acquisition near Devanahalli, on the outskirts of Bengaluru. The farmers have raised concerns over the Karnataka Industrial Areas Development Board’s (KIADB) plan to acquire agricultural land for industrial and infrastructure development.
📌 Key Highlights
📍 Location: Devanahalli, Bengaluru Rural
⚠️ Issue: Farmers resisting land acquisition for KIADB project
👨🌾 Demand: Complete rollback of the notification and protection of fertile farmland
🗓️ CM's Meeting: Scheduled for later this week
📣 Farmers’ Stand
Local farmers allege that the proposed acquisition covers fertile, irrigated land, and they were not consulted adequately. The protest has gained momentum with support from various farmer unions and civil society activists.
🏛️ Government's Response
The Karnataka government has so far maintained that the acquisition is for economic development, but the Chief Minister’s decision to personally meet the protesting farmers suggests a possible reassessment of the land plan.
❓FAQs
Q1. Why are farmers protesting in Devanahalli?
Farmers are opposing the government's move to acquire fertile agricultural land for industrial projects without proper consultation or compensation.
Q2. What is CM Siddaramaiah’s role in the issue?
The CM has agreed to meet with the farmers to understand their grievances and explore possible solutions.
Q3. What is the KIADB’s plan in Devanahalli?
The KIADB aims to develop industrial infrastructure in the region, which involves acquiring hundreds of acres of land.
Q4. When is the meeting scheduled?
An official date is expected soon, but sources indicate it will happen within the current week.
published on 30 une
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