Some Congress leaders signal possible rethink on Bidadi Township Project if farmers are unwilling to part with lands
B.K. Hariprasad, Priyank Kharge, and D.K. Shivakumar are facing internal conflict over the proposed Bidadi Township Project, with Hariprasad advocating for farmer consent and potential project relocation if necessary. He suggests that compensation be paid at three times market value under existing land acquisition laws. The project's future remains uncertain as farmers resist the acquisition of their land, potentially strengthening the BJP-JD(S) alliance.
27 JUN 2026
— The Hindu
Protests by farmers disrupted a meeting between Union Minister Kumaraswamy and Chief Minister Shivakumar in Bidadi, leading to a tense standoff.
28 JUN 2026
— Indian Express
Bidadi township row hots up as CM, Kumaraswamy trade ‘jealousy’, ‘realty’ digs | Bangalore News
15 JUL 2026
— The Hindu
Karnataka's Chief Minister formed a committee to evaluate the Bidadi Township Project's feasibility, following farmer protests and a potential land acquisition controversy.
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