Survey for Bidadi Township ends in chaos as women farmers chase officials with brooms
Women farmers in Mandalahalli village protested against the Bidadi Township Project by chasing survey officials with brooms. The incident led to damaged vehicles and a police investigation into the obstruction of public duties.
Why it matters
The project represents a significant political flashpoint between major Karnataka political figures and highlights ongoing tensions regarding land acquisition for urban development.
(VIDEO GRAB) Women farmers wielded brooms at survey officials’ vehicles during a protest over the proposed Bidadi Township Project on Monday. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
The report provides a factual account of the protest and the subsequent police response without taking a side on the land acquisition dispute.
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