H.D. Kumaraswamy says Bidadi township is a real estate project
Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy has criticized the Bidadi Integrated Township project, labeling it a real estate scheme that benefits land mafias rather than farmers. He accused the state government of acting autocratically and ignoring the interests of local agriculturalists.
Why it matters
The dispute highlights ongoing tensions between industrial development projects and land rights for farmers in India.
Stating that the Bidadi Integrated Township is a real estate project, which involves loot of money, Union Minister for Heavy Industries H.D. Kumaraswamy on Sunday (June 14, 2026) said that it was not in the interest of the State but will help land mafia and land grabbers’ profit. The Janata Dal (Secular) will stand with the farmers and seek legal remedy against the project.
The article focuses heavily on the opposition's critique of the ruling party's project, reflecting a specific political viewpoint.
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