“Governments should talk to non-violent groups”
S. Annamalai
http://www.hindu.com/2011/01/17/stories/2011011762310300.htm
P.V. Rajagopal.
MADURAI: Governments across the world should talk to non-violent groups to resolve social conflicts. On the contrary, they were willing to negotiate with people who took to guns, said P. V. Rajagopal, leader of Ekta Parishad, a people's organisation.
Speaking on the sidelines of a working committee meeting at the Centre for Experiencing Socio-Cultural Interaction (CESCI) at Kadavoor village near here, Mr. Rajagopal regretted that there were no takers for non-violence and violence had become a “highly paying business.” The problem today of the marginalised people, especially those living in Chattisgarh, Jharkhand and Orissa, was acute as the space had been occupied by multinational companies on the one side and violent groups on the other. People were getting killed in the crossfire between private armed groups and government forces. “Industrial houses are making the best use of this conflict” and a huge exploitation of minerals was going on under the cover of “conflict zone,” he said.
Any person opposing the development model of the day was equated with a “Maoist” and it tantamount to opposing the government, the nation and the party in power. The time had come now for social movements to put their foot down and articulate views non-violently to get back people's rights. With the objective of protecting the livelihood resources of the poor, which had been grabbed by MNCs and national institutions, the Ekta Parishad would launch ‘Jansatyagraha 2012' with a rally from Kanyakumari to Gwalior, beginning on October 2, 2011. From Gwalior, Gandhian volunteers, joined by farmers and peasants, would undertake a “do or die march” towards Raj Ghat.
They would reach Raj Ghat on November 3, 2012, seeking action against grabbing of resources.
Mr. Rajagopal said that they wanted to prove that non-violence would still work in a highly violent state. The march was an attempt to protect the resources, he said and wondered why the government was reluctant to negotiate with those who followed Gandhian principles.
He recalled that successive Prime Ministers, starting from Jawaharlal Nehru, used to consult leaders like Acharya Vinobha Bhave.
http://www.hindu.com/2011/01/17/stories/2011011762310300.htm
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Recommendations to the State and Central Governments.
Recommendations to the State and Central Governments.
1. Tribal’s and land rights
• Implementation of Forest Rights Act (FRA 2006): The Forest Rights Act should be translated into regional languages and circulated among tribal communities. Since this act is recognizing the traditional forest rights of tribal’s, the necessary awareness programmes should be organized for tribal communities, government officials and to the general community.
• A civil society monitoring group has to be constituted to see to what extent, the Forest Rights Act is being implemented
• As per the Forest Land Rights act of 2006, from those who own more than 10 acres of land, the government should take back the surplus land that is over the 10 acre limit and distributes it to landless tribals immediately.
• To solve the land problems of tribals, constitute a task force like that of Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh.
• Stop putting the label of extremist group to those who working for the development of tribal’s and dalits
• Put an end to the exploitation of mineral deposits and the underground deposits of forest land in the name of mining
• Stop forceful evictions of the tribal’s in the name of development schemes as per the Forest Rights Act of 2006.
• Stop the purchase of tribal lands by non tribal’s
• Provide 50% of employment opportunities to the tribals in forest sanctuary work and forest department work
• Implement the recommendation of National land Reforms committee.
2. Dalits and Land Rights
• To implement immediately, the land reformation act of 1950
• The tenancy land owner’s right act should be implemented
• The rulers, politicians and upper caste people have unlawfully taken over 12 lakh acres of panchami land. Those land should be restored immediately and distribute to Dalits.
• To publish a white report on present status of panchami land, In order to restore the dalit lands, Proper implementation in the SC/ST atrocities Act
• To take the temple lands, trust lands and the unused lands by government and distribute to landless dalit labours for lease
• To give equal share of the revenue coming from common lands and common resources of the villages to Dalits
• To issue land Patta to the landless Dalits and housing to those who have lived for many years on government lands
• In the budget allotted by THATCO, SC/ST commissions should spend their money only for development of SC/ST. The budget allocations, under special component plan, should be used only for Dalits welfare
3. Land encroachment in the name of industrialization and development projects
• Stop giving agricultural lands used by the farmers for the purpose of development projects and industrialization
• Stop special economic zones for the following reasons :
a. Free electricity supply,
b. Waste disposal to the river basin which pollute the drinking water
c. No entry of trade union
d. Tax exemption
e. Fertile lands to be converted as industries and corporate sectors.
• Stop destruction of livelihood resources, water sources and forceful eviction of people’s settlement in the name of implementing development projects.
• Implement the act of stopping the conversion of agricultural land into metro development SEZ, Urbanization, real-estate housing societies, and take action against those who violate the act
4. Non implemented land reformation Acts
• Modify the act of 1950 to ensure downtrodden & poor gain benefits.
• Bring appropriate amendments and changes in below listed Laws and Acts so that marginalized people get benefit.
a. Tenancy act
b. Land ceiling act
• Most of the current welfare and development acts are more favorable for land owners, ruling class and for the upper caste people. Pass new legislation that benefits marginalized sections.
5. Land crabbing by mafias
• The dwelling places of marginalized people are used for the construction of star hotels, title/Tidal Park, resorts etc with the support of political parties, mafia and antisocial elements. Government should takes steps to put an end to such practices
• In the name of employment opportunities, agricultural lands are being given to multinational companies and corporate sectors. Conversion of fertile lands to corporate sectors & industries is to be stopped.
6. Land rights of women
• Implement the act of 2005 for giving equal rights to women in land ownership
• Ensure women rights over community land
• Land entitlements to be given jointly to husband and wife and insist that both spouses name should be incorporated at the time of land registration
• If the above said demands are not implemented immediately to protect the rights of tribals and Dalits, we will organize the affected people together and conduct in-definite strike in the front of all district collectorates, secretariats and Indian parliament house.
1. Tribal’s and land rights
• Implementation of Forest Rights Act (FRA 2006): The Forest Rights Act should be translated into regional languages and circulated among tribal communities. Since this act is recognizing the traditional forest rights of tribal’s, the necessary awareness programmes should be organized for tribal communities, government officials and to the general community.
• A civil society monitoring group has to be constituted to see to what extent, the Forest Rights Act is being implemented
• As per the Forest Land Rights act of 2006, from those who own more than 10 acres of land, the government should take back the surplus land that is over the 10 acre limit and distributes it to landless tribals immediately.
• To solve the land problems of tribals, constitute a task force like that of Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh.
• Stop putting the label of extremist group to those who working for the development of tribal’s and dalits
• Put an end to the exploitation of mineral deposits and the underground deposits of forest land in the name of mining
• Stop forceful evictions of the tribal’s in the name of development schemes as per the Forest Rights Act of 2006.
• Stop the purchase of tribal lands by non tribal’s
• Provide 50% of employment opportunities to the tribals in forest sanctuary work and forest department work
• Implement the recommendation of National land Reforms committee.
2. Dalits and Land Rights
• To implement immediately, the land reformation act of 1950
• The tenancy land owner’s right act should be implemented
• The rulers, politicians and upper caste people have unlawfully taken over 12 lakh acres of panchami land. Those land should be restored immediately and distribute to Dalits.
• To publish a white report on present status of panchami land, In order to restore the dalit lands, Proper implementation in the SC/ST atrocities Act
• To take the temple lands, trust lands and the unused lands by government and distribute to landless dalit labours for lease
• To give equal share of the revenue coming from common lands and common resources of the villages to Dalits
• To issue land Patta to the landless Dalits and housing to those who have lived for many years on government lands
• In the budget allotted by THATCO, SC/ST commissions should spend their money only for development of SC/ST. The budget allocations, under special component plan, should be used only for Dalits welfare
3. Land encroachment in the name of industrialization and development projects
• Stop giving agricultural lands used by the farmers for the purpose of development projects and industrialization
• Stop special economic zones for the following reasons :
a. Free electricity supply,
b. Waste disposal to the river basin which pollute the drinking water
c. No entry of trade union
d. Tax exemption
e. Fertile lands to be converted as industries and corporate sectors.
• Stop destruction of livelihood resources, water sources and forceful eviction of people’s settlement in the name of implementing development projects.
• Implement the act of stopping the conversion of agricultural land into metro development SEZ, Urbanization, real-estate housing societies, and take action against those who violate the act
4. Non implemented land reformation Acts
• Modify the act of 1950 to ensure downtrodden & poor gain benefits.
• Bring appropriate amendments and changes in below listed Laws and Acts so that marginalized people get benefit.
a. Tenancy act
b. Land ceiling act
• Most of the current welfare and development acts are more favorable for land owners, ruling class and for the upper caste people. Pass new legislation that benefits marginalized sections.
5. Land crabbing by mafias
• The dwelling places of marginalized people are used for the construction of star hotels, title/Tidal Park, resorts etc with the support of political parties, mafia and antisocial elements. Government should takes steps to put an end to such practices
• In the name of employment opportunities, agricultural lands are being given to multinational companies and corporate sectors. Conversion of fertile lands to corporate sectors & industries is to be stopped.
6. Land rights of women
• Implement the act of 2005 for giving equal rights to women in land ownership
• Ensure women rights over community land
• Land entitlements to be given jointly to husband and wife and insist that both spouses name should be incorporated at the time of land registration
• If the above said demands are not implemented immediately to protect the rights of tribals and Dalits, we will organize the affected people together and conduct in-definite strike in the front of all district collectorates, secretariats and Indian parliament house.
Report of the State Level Consultation on Land and Livelihood Rights to Dalits and Tribals in Tamilnadu, held at CESCI Madurai, on the 8th November 20
Report of the State Level Consultation on
Land and Livelihood Rights to Dalits and Tribals in
Tamilnadu, held at CESCI Madurai, on the 8th November 2010.
Introduction:
A state consultation on land and livelihood rights of Tribal’s and Dalits was organized jointly by ACTION AID Chennai, EKTA PARISHAD and RISE TRUST, Chennai at CESCI Madurai, on 8th November 2010. There were 71 participants from 22 districts of Tamilnadu and 2 districts of Pondichery participated in this consultation. The program began with a symbolic action of contributing a handful of rice and some money in a mud pot (hundi) in support to Janasatyagraha 2012.
Mr. A.Vinoth welcomed the gathering and Dr.S..N Subbarao ji, an eminent Gandhian and Director NYP (National youth Project) inaugurated the consultation. In his inaugural speech he made it clear that, we social workers have to commit ourselves to our cause, and need to strive to create a better society that has decentralized leadership and greater participation of women in decision making process. He also insisted that we follow the Gandhian way of leadership in all our struggles for creating a just society.
The National President of Ekta Parishad Shri.. P.V.Rajagopal, Mr.Subharao ji, a senior Gandhian leader, Mrs. Jill Carr Harris, advocacy activist, Rev.Y.David, PEAL Madurai and Mr.A.Vinoth General Secretary, Adi Tamilar Liberation Movement, participated in this consultation. They had given their valuable inputs on land and livelihood rights, climate change, food security, and the need of changes in Government policies.
Rajaji, explained the need of Janasatyagraha 2012 action and the efforts towards organizing it. He also explained the link between lack of control over livelihood resources like land, water and forest and poverty in India, and called the attention of the group to three important areas where we need immediate action.
1. Poor implementation of Forest Rights Act (FRA) 2006
2. Non-implementation of National Land Reform Council’s recommendations
3. Speedy & effective implementation of anti poor laws such as Land Acquisition act for SEZ, Mines and Minerals act implementation in adivasi areas, National Agricultural act, Tiger sanctuaries etc.
He also insisted that we pressurize the central government to implement the pro poor laws through non-violent social actions. Ekta Parishad has started to pressurize the central government through nationwide active nonviolence struggles since the year 2009. It has yielded some good result such as formation of land reform council and enactment of FRA 2006. Though the act and implementation mechanism are in place, it is not sufficient in contemporary political and economic context. Therefore Ekta Parishad (EP) called for a nationwide action to pressurize the central government to implement the land related laws effectively. These nationwide actions are now culminating in a big struggle in the name of Janastayagraha 2012 in which 1 lakh satyagrahi’s from all over India and international participants will participate in a foot march from Gwalior to Delhi.
Conducting JS 2012 is not a one time activity. It is an ongoing struggle of marginalized people such as Dalits, Adivasis and other deprived communities. JS 2012 comprises three level of actions. First level of action is mobilization of satyagrahi’s and creation of mass opinion towards JS 2012. The second level of action is to carry out non-violent actions district level in all states- before and during the time of JS 2012. Third level of action is to take part in JS 2012 peace march from Gwalior to New Delhi that starts from October 2nd, 2012. These three levels of actions will create a platform in each state to build a peoples movement in their respective states.
Rajaji explained the mobilization structure planned for the JS 2012 action and based on the model, the group went for the group discussion for state mobilization for JS 2012. End of the group discussion state level plan were presented
To organize a people’ movement of such a scale, a four level leadership structure has been developed. At the top of this leadership structure are the camp leaders or shivir nayaks who are responsible for mobilizing 5000 people. They will do this by supporting, training and managing 10 second level leaders called group leaders or dal nayaks. The dal nayaks will be responsible for training, supporting and managing 10 third level leaders called section leaders or jatta nayaks. The jatta nayaks will take the responsibility of training, supporting and managing 5 fourth level leaders called village leaders or dasta nayaks. The dasta nayaks will take the responsibility of mobilizing and managing 10 satyagrahis from their villages.
Group Discussion and Presentation
The group was asked to share their experiences, problems, needs, challenges and concerns tribal’s and Dalits in the areas they work. Seven sector wise groups were formed to disuse issues and problems. The group reports were presented in a plenary session.
1. Land issues of tribal’s
There are approximately 6,51,321 adivasis are living in 18 districts, 36 settlements in the state of Tamil Nadu. The tribal community constitutes 0.85% of the total population in Tamilnadu. Their livelihood resources are impacted by development projects like formation of special economic zones (SEZ), tourism development, wild animal’s sanctuary, hydro projects, mining industries, factories and other projects. When these projects are implemented the native tribals are forcibly sent out of their habitations.
Proposed actions:
Proper Implementation of FRA; Forest Rights Act of 2006 was implemented since 1.1.2008. According to this act, traditional Gram Sabah meetings should be conducted and tribals should not be sent out from the places of their dwellings. All three provisions of act have to be implemented. The following actions are proposed:
Divisional monitoring term, district monitoring team and state level monitoring team should be formulated to help tribals
Adivasis should be educated about Schedule A- about forest rights form
Adivasis should be educated about Schedule B- about social rights form
As per sub clause, section A and bylaws, Govt has to give 4 hectares (10 acres) of land for their use, government order 1 to 35 should be implemented without fail. From those who own more than 10 acres of land, Govt has to take over the lands over 10 acres and redistributed to other landless Advasis’s family’s.
2. Land issues of Dalits
Land issues of dalits are very serious in the state of Tamilnadu. 20% of populations are Dalits. 70% of Dalits are landless and homeless. Dalit families were forcefully evicted by the government in the name of development. The Panchami land records was not properly maintained by the Revenue department. Tittle owner of dalits not having possession on Panchami Lands so called Deland (depressed class land) Out of 12 lakhs acres of D.C land distributed to Dalits by British government, now Dalits possess only 2 lakh acres of land. The required documents about panchami land are also not with the government. During boomidhan movement of Vinobhave, the land that was acquired is currently not in government’s possession. The government of Tamil Nadu did not distribute the promised 2 acres of lands to the landless Dalits. Dalits have been living on government lands without pattas. This means that they have no ownership, are susceptible to exploitation and are akin to living in no man’s lands. In spite of their repeated request, housing Patta was not given. In Tamilnadu capital city Chennai, dalits are forcely thrown out by evitictions.
Proposed actions:
• In every Taluk office, the details of D.C land dalits should be notified at the notice board.
• Restored DC land from non-dalits and to distribution of all Panchami lands to dalit families.
• The porampoke (Govt) land and the unused lands should be distributed to Dalits. Cultivation with irrigation facility to give priority on …. Land scheme and
• 2 acres land has to distribute to the landless agricultural laborers among dalit community.
• The statistics of 12 lakhs acres of Panchami land shoud be released and distribute to the dalits.
• The forest land, revenue land, Panchami (D.C.land), waste land, Trust land, community land , government land and similar other lands that are encroached should be redeemed and distributed to Dalits.
• DC lands are restored and to be canceled the registration, as per the conditions of DC Lands.
• To be appoint a Justice commission for enquired on DC lands
• Under special component plan, land should be distributed to Dalits, and allocation of SCP money fully used for the welfare and development of SC/ST community. Should not to be diverted to other Govt. schemes.
3. Land grabbing & Encroachment in the name of development plans and industrialization
The multinational companies, corporate sectors and the government for some development plans have been forcefully encroaching, lands, lakes (water sources) and the seashores. Due to this, national resources, environment and the forest species are severely affected. People’s dwelling places are snatched, they are evicted forcefully and their lands were taken back by government. Due compensation as per the market rate was also not given.
New legislations have to enacted to prevent such encroachments
To be get concert from the community before the Govt. scheme are being implemented.
People should be consulted when such development plans are being planned
Government should not give license to start new industries for the next 25 years in Agri land.
Under existing laws, government can ignore laws that obstruct acquisition of land for certain development plans. Land acquired through such a provision should be given back to the community and these provisions have to be cancelled.
4. Non implemented land reformation legislation
A number of land reformation legislation have been formulated but they are not been properly implemented by government. These acts should be implemented immediately
5. Land encroachment of Mafia group
Natural resources like sand, granites and mineral deposits are being encroached unlawfully by groups like lorry companies, politicians, real estate promoters, tourism companies, hotel groups and land smugglers. They should be stopped. Government has to protect such natural resources and fertile lands.
6. Women and land rights
Land rights to around 50% of women are being denied. 50% of the family property should be in the name of women. Under free land distribution scheme, the allotted lands should be in the joint names of both husband and wife.
Women farmers should be recognized by government and they should be given priorities for agricultural development program.
Priority should be given to widows and destitute women in the context of land distribution, schemes.
The rain fed lands cultivated by the women should be provided irrigation facilities
On the context of land registration in the name of woman, subsidiary has to be provided by the government.
Land and Livelihood Rights to Dalits and Tribals in
Tamilnadu, held at CESCI Madurai, on the 8th November 2010.
Introduction:
A state consultation on land and livelihood rights of Tribal’s and Dalits was organized jointly by ACTION AID Chennai, EKTA PARISHAD and RISE TRUST, Chennai at CESCI Madurai, on 8th November 2010. There were 71 participants from 22 districts of Tamilnadu and 2 districts of Pondichery participated in this consultation. The program began with a symbolic action of contributing a handful of rice and some money in a mud pot (hundi) in support to Janasatyagraha 2012.
Mr. A.Vinoth welcomed the gathering and Dr.S..N Subbarao ji, an eminent Gandhian and Director NYP (National youth Project) inaugurated the consultation. In his inaugural speech he made it clear that, we social workers have to commit ourselves to our cause, and need to strive to create a better society that has decentralized leadership and greater participation of women in decision making process. He also insisted that we follow the Gandhian way of leadership in all our struggles for creating a just society.
The National President of Ekta Parishad Shri.. P.V.Rajagopal, Mr.Subharao ji, a senior Gandhian leader, Mrs. Jill Carr Harris, advocacy activist, Rev.Y.David, PEAL Madurai and Mr.A.Vinoth General Secretary, Adi Tamilar Liberation Movement, participated in this consultation. They had given their valuable inputs on land and livelihood rights, climate change, food security, and the need of changes in Government policies.
Rajaji, explained the need of Janasatyagraha 2012 action and the efforts towards organizing it. He also explained the link between lack of control over livelihood resources like land, water and forest and poverty in India, and called the attention of the group to three important areas where we need immediate action.
1. Poor implementation of Forest Rights Act (FRA) 2006
2. Non-implementation of National Land Reform Council’s recommendations
3. Speedy & effective implementation of anti poor laws such as Land Acquisition act for SEZ, Mines and Minerals act implementation in adivasi areas, National Agricultural act, Tiger sanctuaries etc.
He also insisted that we pressurize the central government to implement the pro poor laws through non-violent social actions. Ekta Parishad has started to pressurize the central government through nationwide active nonviolence struggles since the year 2009. It has yielded some good result such as formation of land reform council and enactment of FRA 2006. Though the act and implementation mechanism are in place, it is not sufficient in contemporary political and economic context. Therefore Ekta Parishad (EP) called for a nationwide action to pressurize the central government to implement the land related laws effectively. These nationwide actions are now culminating in a big struggle in the name of Janastayagraha 2012 in which 1 lakh satyagrahi’s from all over India and international participants will participate in a foot march from Gwalior to Delhi.
Conducting JS 2012 is not a one time activity. It is an ongoing struggle of marginalized people such as Dalits, Adivasis and other deprived communities. JS 2012 comprises three level of actions. First level of action is mobilization of satyagrahi’s and creation of mass opinion towards JS 2012. The second level of action is to carry out non-violent actions district level in all states- before and during the time of JS 2012. Third level of action is to take part in JS 2012 peace march from Gwalior to New Delhi that starts from October 2nd, 2012. These three levels of actions will create a platform in each state to build a peoples movement in their respective states.
Rajaji explained the mobilization structure planned for the JS 2012 action and based on the model, the group went for the group discussion for state mobilization for JS 2012. End of the group discussion state level plan were presented
To organize a people’ movement of such a scale, a four level leadership structure has been developed. At the top of this leadership structure are the camp leaders or shivir nayaks who are responsible for mobilizing 5000 people. They will do this by supporting, training and managing 10 second level leaders called group leaders or dal nayaks. The dal nayaks will be responsible for training, supporting and managing 10 third level leaders called section leaders or jatta nayaks. The jatta nayaks will take the responsibility of training, supporting and managing 5 fourth level leaders called village leaders or dasta nayaks. The dasta nayaks will take the responsibility of mobilizing and managing 10 satyagrahis from their villages.
Group Discussion and Presentation
The group was asked to share their experiences, problems, needs, challenges and concerns tribal’s and Dalits in the areas they work. Seven sector wise groups were formed to disuse issues and problems. The group reports were presented in a plenary session.
1. Land issues of tribal’s
There are approximately 6,51,321 adivasis are living in 18 districts, 36 settlements in the state of Tamil Nadu. The tribal community constitutes 0.85% of the total population in Tamilnadu. Their livelihood resources are impacted by development projects like formation of special economic zones (SEZ), tourism development, wild animal’s sanctuary, hydro projects, mining industries, factories and other projects. When these projects are implemented the native tribals are forcibly sent out of their habitations.
Proposed actions:
Proper Implementation of FRA; Forest Rights Act of 2006 was implemented since 1.1.2008. According to this act, traditional Gram Sabah meetings should be conducted and tribals should not be sent out from the places of their dwellings. All three provisions of act have to be implemented. The following actions are proposed:
Divisional monitoring term, district monitoring team and state level monitoring team should be formulated to help tribals
Adivasis should be educated about Schedule A- about forest rights form
Adivasis should be educated about Schedule B- about social rights form
As per sub clause, section A and bylaws, Govt has to give 4 hectares (10 acres) of land for their use, government order 1 to 35 should be implemented without fail. From those who own more than 10 acres of land, Govt has to take over the lands over 10 acres and redistributed to other landless Advasis’s family’s.
2. Land issues of Dalits
Land issues of dalits are very serious in the state of Tamilnadu. 20% of populations are Dalits. 70% of Dalits are landless and homeless. Dalit families were forcefully evicted by the government in the name of development. The Panchami land records was not properly maintained by the Revenue department. Tittle owner of dalits not having possession on Panchami Lands so called Deland (depressed class land) Out of 12 lakhs acres of D.C land distributed to Dalits by British government, now Dalits possess only 2 lakh acres of land. The required documents about panchami land are also not with the government. During boomidhan movement of Vinobhave, the land that was acquired is currently not in government’s possession. The government of Tamil Nadu did not distribute the promised 2 acres of lands to the landless Dalits. Dalits have been living on government lands without pattas. This means that they have no ownership, are susceptible to exploitation and are akin to living in no man’s lands. In spite of their repeated request, housing Patta was not given. In Tamilnadu capital city Chennai, dalits are forcely thrown out by evitictions.
Proposed actions:
• In every Taluk office, the details of D.C land dalits should be notified at the notice board.
• Restored DC land from non-dalits and to distribution of all Panchami lands to dalit families.
• The porampoke (Govt) land and the unused lands should be distributed to Dalits. Cultivation with irrigation facility to give priority on …. Land scheme and
• 2 acres land has to distribute to the landless agricultural laborers among dalit community.
• The statistics of 12 lakhs acres of Panchami land shoud be released and distribute to the dalits.
• The forest land, revenue land, Panchami (D.C.land), waste land, Trust land, community land , government land and similar other lands that are encroached should be redeemed and distributed to Dalits.
• DC lands are restored and to be canceled the registration, as per the conditions of DC Lands.
• To be appoint a Justice commission for enquired on DC lands
• Under special component plan, land should be distributed to Dalits, and allocation of SCP money fully used for the welfare and development of SC/ST community. Should not to be diverted to other Govt. schemes.
3. Land grabbing & Encroachment in the name of development plans and industrialization
The multinational companies, corporate sectors and the government for some development plans have been forcefully encroaching, lands, lakes (water sources) and the seashores. Due to this, national resources, environment and the forest species are severely affected. People’s dwelling places are snatched, they are evicted forcefully and their lands were taken back by government. Due compensation as per the market rate was also not given.
New legislations have to enacted to prevent such encroachments
To be get concert from the community before the Govt. scheme are being implemented.
People should be consulted when such development plans are being planned
Government should not give license to start new industries for the next 25 years in Agri land.
Under existing laws, government can ignore laws that obstruct acquisition of land for certain development plans. Land acquired through such a provision should be given back to the community and these provisions have to be cancelled.
4. Non implemented land reformation legislation
A number of land reformation legislation have been formulated but they are not been properly implemented by government. These acts should be implemented immediately
5. Land encroachment of Mafia group
Natural resources like sand, granites and mineral deposits are being encroached unlawfully by groups like lorry companies, politicians, real estate promoters, tourism companies, hotel groups and land smugglers. They should be stopped. Government has to protect such natural resources and fertile lands.
6. Women and land rights
Land rights to around 50% of women are being denied. 50% of the family property should be in the name of women. Under free land distribution scheme, the allotted lands should be in the joint names of both husband and wife.
Women farmers should be recognized by government and they should be given priorities for agricultural development program.
Priority should be given to widows and destitute women in the context of land distribution, schemes.
The rain fed lands cultivated by the women should be provided irrigation facilities
On the context of land registration in the name of woman, subsidiary has to be provided by the government.
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