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Mamnoor Airport Tensions: Farmers Protest Land Loss

Tension Near Mamnoor Airport Over Land Acquisition

The announcement of Mamnoor Airport in Warangal district was initially celebrated, with political leaders competing to take credit. However, farmers whose lands are being taken for the project have started protesting, demanding fair compensation.

The new airport will cover the main road connecting Nakkalapalli, Gunturpalli, and Nekkonda via Gavicharla Cross Road, which has raised concerns among farmers. They argue that they are losing more than they are gaining from the project. After repeatedly bringing up their issues with officials and receiving no proper response, they staged a protest. As a result, a heavy police force was deployed, and the land acquisition survey was temporarily halted.

Parakala MLA Revuri Prakash Reddy has urged the farmers to cooperate, assuring them of fair compensation. He held a meeting with affected farmers from Gadepally and Gunturpalli, stating that while compensation will be provided, the airport construction will not stop.

Meanwhile, the state government is pushing to complete the land acquisition quickly so that work on the airport can begin. Ruling party leaders are now trying to negotiate with the farmers to resolve the issue.

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Rajanna Siricilla: Farmers Protest

Rajanna Siricilla Farmers Protest: Fire Set in Fields Over Water Scarcity

RAJANNA SIRICILLA, Telangana – In a concerning development, farmers in Pedda Lingapuram village, Manakondur Constituency of Rajanna Siricilla district, Telangana, resorted to a unique form of protest. Upset about what they claim is water mismanagement, the farmers reportedly set fire to their fields.

The village, which boasts two irrigation projects, witnessed this unusual protest as farmers expressed their frustration over dried-up crops. While the specific details of the burnt material are unclear, reports suggest it may have been dry crop residue or some form of agricultural waste set alight to symbolize the withering crops.

The farmers allege that despite having two irrigation projects in the vicinity, their fields haven’t received adequate water for their crops. This lack of water has led to their crops drying up, causing significant financial losses.

Further details regarding the specific projects, the crops affected, and the extent of the protest are awaited. However, this incident highlights the critical issue of water management faced by farmers across India.

Efforts are being made to reach out to the concerned authorities and farmer representatives for comment on the situation. This article will be updated with further information as it becomes available.

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Bharat Bandh Feb 16: What’s Open & Closed?

Bharat Bandh on February 16: What’s closed and what’s open in Hyderabad?

Call for nationwide shutdown to protest farm laws on Friday.

The Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM) and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha have called for a Bharat Bandh on February 16th, impacting Hyderabad and other parts of the country. This comes after Haryana police used tear gas to disperse farmers marching from Punjab towards Delhi.

Here’s what’s expected to be closed in Hyderabad:

Several government and private offices in villages: Show solidarity with protesting farmers.
Agricultural activities: Farmers may stop work in protest.
MNREGA rural works: Participation in the Bandh may affect work.
Rural industries: May observe closure in support of the protest.
Some service sector institutions: May choose to shut down.

What’s likely to remain open:

Emergency services: Ambulances, hospitals, fire services etc. will operate as usual.
Schools and educational institutions: Classes are expected to take place.
Pharmacies: Access to essential medicines will be unaffected.
Banks: RBI confirms regular operation timings for banks.

Note: This information is based on reports and may not be exhaustive. It’s advisable to check with individual institutions or organizations for confirmation of their status during the Bandh.

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