MANGALORE : It has been reliably learnt that Chief Minister BS Yeddyurappa has
instructed the authorities against acquisition of farmer land for the SEZ. It is learnt
the CM gave such an instruction after farmers affected by SEZ met him on the night of
August 23 and apprised him of their problems due to the SEZ.
During the discussions with farmers and leaders of various organizations, some farmers
including Giriappa Gowda of Permude Kudubipadavu, Mallappa Gowda and Gregory
Patrao were adamant that they wanted their agricultural lands and not compensation.
On this occasion, Yeddyurappa reportedly took exception to acquisition of farmlands
for the second phase of MSEZ too. He who viewed a video clipping of the demolition
of Gregory Patrao’s house, issued certain instructions to the Deputy Commissioner,
Assistant Commissioner and Tahsildar.
On this occasion, the CM also assured to invite the farmer leaders to Bangalore for talks
on the matter and also instructed the district administration not to proceed with the land
acquisition until then.
Padayatra cancelled : The Padayatra against SEZ which various organizations
had planned on September 6 has been cancelled following an appeal by the CM.
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