Kerala University to undertake comprehensive survey of land holdings
The Kerala University Syndicate has ordered a comprehensive survey of all university land holdings following controversies regarding alleged encroachment. This initiative aims to demarcate property boundaries and address long-standing disputes over land assignments.
Why it matters
The survey addresses transparency and accountability regarding public land usage and potential political encroachment.
The Kerala University Syndicate on Monday decided to conduct a comprehensive survey and demarcation of all land owned by the university. The Survey Directorate is expected to be entrusted with the task.
The move comes against the backdrop of the controversy surrounding the alleged assignment and encroachment of the university land for the CPI(M)’s former State headquarters, A.K.G. Centre (A.K.G. Memorial Research Centre). This marks the first time since the issue resurfaced that the university has resolved to measure and demarcate its entire land holdings.
According to official sources, the issue of alleged assignment dates back several decades. In 1977, the A.K. Antony-led government allotted land free of cost to the AKG Memorial Committee for establishing a research centre. However, allegations that university land had been encroached upon first emerged in 1984.
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