Mysuru: KRRS vows to continue stir until Bidadi project is scrapped
The Karnataka Rajya Raitha Sangha (KRRS) is protesting against the proposed Bidadi township project and land acquisition for a new institute. Farmers are demanding the government stop forced land acquisition and address drought conditions in the state.
Why it matters
The conflict highlights the ongoing tension between industrial development projects and the rights of agricultural communities in India.
Reiterating its opposition to the proposed Bidadi township project near Bengaluru, the Karnataka Rajya Raitha Sangha (KRRS) on Sunday (July 19) announced that it would continue its agitation until the project is scrapped.
As part of the protest, farmers will participate in a demonstration at Bairapattana in Bidadi hobli on July 23, with several eminent personalities expected to attend.
Addressing a press conference in Mysuru, KRRS president Badagalapura Nagendra urged the State government not to forcibly acquire agricultural land against the wishes of farmers. He criticised the government for issuing a final notification to acquire 4,600 acres of land in four villages for the township project.
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