land acquisition
Coverage of land acquisition in the Nexus archive.
- Gauhati HC notice to Centre, IAF, Mizoram on plea alleging irregularities in land acquisition for IAF establishment
The Gauhati High Court has issued a notice to the Centre, Indian Air Force (IAF), and Mizoram government over a petition challenging the acquisition of 110 bighas of land in Lengpui village. The petition alleges compensation was paid to individuals who were not lawful landowners of the acquired land.
- Kerala PWD to begin project works only after land acquisition, says Minister
Kerala's Public Works Department (PWD) will start project works only after completing land acquisition, as announced by the Minister. The statement emphasizes a procedural change in project initiation.
- State government initiates meetings with stakeholders on land acquisition for shipyard project in Thoothukudi
The state government has started meetings with stakeholders regarding land acquisition for a shipyard project in Thoothukudi. The initiative aims to facilitate discussions on acquiring land for the development.
- Land acquisition for rail projects moves at snail’s pace in Kerala
Land acquisition for rail projects in Kerala is progressing slowly, with only 78 hectares (13%) acquired, leaving 540 hectares (87%) remaining, which is delaying rail infrastructure development.
- Six cops injured as villagers clash with police in Chhattisgarh’s Surajpur coal mine protest
Six police officers were injured during a clash between villagers and police in Chhattisgarh’s Surajpur coal mine protest. Villagers accused police of accompanying a survey team for land acquisition, which a senior police officer denied, while the village Sarpanch claimed the situation escalated after police attacked an elderly person.
- Government Flying School licence in Karnataka’s Jakkur renewed; training to resume soon
The Government Flying Training School (GFTS) in Karnataka's Jakkur has had its license renewed, with training set to resume soon. The school's current 954-metre runway is being extended by 160 metres through a proposed acquisition of 10 acres of land.
- Farmers oppose acquisition of land for HAL expansion at Gubbi in Tumakuru district
Farmers in Gubbi, Tumakuru district are opposing the acquisition of land for HAL's expansion. They fear further loss of agricultural land due to planned infrastructure additions like a hospital.
- Bidadi project: Hours after Karnataka Chief Minister announces review panel, govt. issues final land notification for acquiring 4,944.49 acres across four villages
The Karnataka government issued a final land notification to acquire 4,944.49 acres across four villages for the Bidadi project hours after the Chief Minister announced a review panel. The actions highlight conflicting developments regarding the project's land acquisition process.
- Pragmatic, community-inclusive approach needed to avoid land acquisition delays, says Minister
Minister emphasizes a pragmatic, community-inclusive approach to avoid land acquisition delays. The Minister inaugurated the curtain-raiser ceremony for the 50th anniversary of the KSCSTE - National Transportation Planning and Research Centre.
- A cautious push for industrialisation in West Bengal
West Bengal's government is cautiously advancing industrialization amid challenges in land acquisition. The Chief Minister announced plans for the government to purchase land for industrial purposes.
- CPI(M) criticises Undavalli land acquisition, seeks fair compensation
CPI(M) criticises the Undavalli land acquisition and demands fair compensation for affected parties. The party has raised concerns over the process and terms of the acquisition.
- Consent row deepens over Bidadi Township land acquisition: GBDA says 90%, farmers cry foul
A dispute over land acquisition in Bidadi Township intensifies as the GBDA claims 90% consent, while farmers allege wrongdoing. Farmers in Bidadi Township reject the acquisition process, despite the GBDA's reported high consent rate.
- 14 stalled bridges from Anakapalli to Pulivendula to be completed with ₹90.20 crore
14 stalled bridges between Anakapalli and Pulivendula will be completed with ₹90.20 crore. Of these, 11 bridges are already built but remain unusable due to missing approach roads, according to Roads and Buildings Minister B.C. Janardhan Reddy.
- Minister pushes for industrial development, allocation of house sites at Uravakonda
Payyavula Keshav, addressing a review meeting, urged officials to identify suitable locations for industries and exercise caution in land acquisition for housing sites at Uravakonda. He emphasized that land should be acquired only through purchase.
- Can Karnataka balance economic growth and farmers’ rights? | Decode Karnataka
The article explores the challenge of balancing economic growth with the protection of farmers' rights in Karnataka. It questions how townships can be developed without resorting to land acquisition.
- Bidadi township: Magadi MLA Balakrishna accuses HDK of selective opposition, using farmers for politics
Magadi MLA Balakrishna accuses HDK of selective opposition and using farmers for political purposes. He questions why HDK leader Kumaraswamy is protesting only in Bidadi despite land acquisitions for various projects elsewhere.
- Thammanam-Pulleppady Road: ₹93.89-cr. financial sanction granted for land acquisition
A financial sanction of ₹93.89 crore has been granted for land acquisition on the Thammanam-Pulleppady Road.
- Lokayukta notice to five Bagalkot officials over pending relief for land acquisition
The Lokayukta has issued a notice to five officials from the Bagalkot Town Development Authority regarding pending relief for land acquisition. The officials are required to produce relevant documents.
- Fact-finding team will assess ground realities to acquire land for SIPCOT expansion project: Minister
A fact-finding team will assess ground realities for land acquisition to expand the SIPCOT project. The Minister emphasized balancing industrial development and agricultural activities to protect farmers' livelihoods.
- Bidadi land acquisition: GBDA data claims over 80% consent, farmers dispute figures
GBDA data claims over 80% consent for land acquisition in Bidadi, while farmers dispute the figures. The article highlights a discrepancy between official data and farmer accounts regarding the acquisition.
- Bidadi Township Project: Final notification for acquiring lands sets stage for farmers-government standoff
The Bidadi Township Project's final notification for land acquisition has triggered a potential standoff between farmers and the government. The move highlights tensions over land use and ownership.
- Kushner's island land grab: Albanians are revolting against a system, not a resort
Albanians are protesting a luxury resort project linked to Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump, accusing them of acquiring land in Sazan, an Albanian island, without regard for local ownership and history. The article criticizes the Trumps' portrayal of the island as unclaimed and dismisses their narrative as entitlement and detachment from the local population.
- Karnataka High Court upholds law allowing BWSSB to lay sewer through private properties without acquisition of land
The Karnataka High Court upheld a law allowing the BWSSB to lay sewer lines through private properties without acquiring land. The court emphasized that the Act requires BWSSB to minimize damage and provide full compensation for any damage caused.
- Global Banks Scramble for Land in Mumbai
Global banks are competing to acquire land in Mumbai, India, as they seek to expand their presence in the region. The scramble highlights the city's strategic importance as a financial hub.