NHAI says compensation for sandalwood farmer deposited in court
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has clarified that compensation for a farmer's land has been deposited in court following a protest. The farmer had alleged delays and reduced payments, while the NHAI maintains that legal processes were followed.
Why it matters
This highlights the ongoing tensions between infrastructure development and land acquisition rights for farmers in India.
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) on Friday clarified that the compensation due to T.N. Vishukumar, a sandalwood farmer who allegedly attempted to end his life near Vidhana Soudha while claiming prolonged delays in compensation by the NHAI, has been deposited in the High Court.
The article presents both the farmer's claims and the official response from the NHAI.
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