Agriculture Minister Shivraj Chauhan protests demolition of tribal homes, crop loss

Central Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan called the Chief Secretary to register his anger after reports that several tribal families in Kosmi, a village in Budni tehsil of Madhya Pradesh, had their homes torn down and standing crops destroyed. The minister said the incidents reflected a serious breach of law and a threat to the livelihood of vulnerable communities. He demanded an immediate inquiry and urged local authorities to restore the damaged properties and compensate the affected families. The administration has not yet released details on the cause of the demolition, but officials said they are reviewing the matter. The incident has drawn attention to ongoing land‑use disputes in tribal areas of the state.

The minister’s intervention underscores the central government’s focus on protecting tribal rights and agricultural assets, especially ahead of the upcoming sowing season. Officials from the state agriculture department have been asked to coordinate with law‑enforcement agencies to ensure that any unlawful activity is addressed swiftly.

Local leaders have called for calm and promised to assist the displaced families, while awaiting further directives from the state and central governments.