1.Compensation of ₹3.5 crore per acre,
2. Employment opportunities for the children of land-losers based on their qualifications,
3. Opposition to converting the acquired land into a “green zone,”
4. Conversion of nearby villages into a “yellow zone” and clarity in the acquisition process.
The farmer-driven discourse over large-scale land acquisitions reflects India’s ongoing conflict between industrial progress and agrarian livelihoods. While some farmers favor collaboration subject to clear compensation and job assurances-indicating openness toward economic growth opportunities-opposing groups fear detrimental impacts on fertile farmland sustainability and community cohesion.
The demand for transparent processes points to broader trust deficits between local stakeholders and government authorities in such projects.if poorly managed, this could set a precedent affecting future industrial initiatives reliant on rural cooperation.
From a governance standpoint, balancing economic imperatives like fostering aerospace-related infrastructure while addressing long-standing social anxieties remains key as Chief Minister siddaramaiah prepares his July announcement-a crucial moment that could resonate beyond Devanahalli’s borders.
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