The Economic Times

Karnataka: Deve Gowda opposes sites for NICE-affected farmers, questions land allocation

HD Deve Gowda criticizes the Karnataka Cabinet's decision to allot sites to farmers. He alleges the move could facilitate the acquisition of surplus land for personal gain. The government defends the decision, stating it will protect farmers who lost property. Chief Minister DK Shivakumar assures all actions will remain within the legal framework. The government will examine the legal position before proceeding with the allotments.