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Agriculture
Farmers Protest at BDP Office in Amritsar Over Arbitrary Development Projects
✍️ Amar Ujala · Amritsar
🗓 11 Nov 2026, 03:33 PM
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Farmers gathered outside the Block Development Panchayat Officer's office in Amritsar, demanding a halt to what they describe as arbitrary development works.
Amritsar, Punjab – A group of farmers assembled at the Block Development Panchayat Officer (BDPO) office on Thursday, staging a peaceful sit‑in to voice their opposition to recent development projects they deem arbitrary and disruptive to agricultural land.
The protesters carried placards and shouted slogans, insisting that the authorities consult the farming community before initiating any construction or land‑use changes. They allege that the ongoing works threaten irrigation channels and reduce cultivable area, impacting their livelihoods.
Local officials, who arrived later, acknowledged the farmers' concerns and promised to review the project plans. No arrests were reported, and the demonstration remained non‑violent throughout the day.
The incident underscores growing tensions in Punjab's rural districts, where farmers increasingly demand transparency and participation in development decisions that affect their farms.
Authorities have indicated that a meeting with farmer representatives will be scheduled to discuss possible revisions to the projects and address the grievances raised during the protest.
The protesters carried placards and shouted slogans, insisting that the authorities consult the farming community before initiating any construction or land‑use changes. They allege that the ongoing works threaten irrigation channels and reduce cultivable area, impacting their livelihoods.
Local officials, who arrived later, acknowledged the farmers' concerns and promised to review the project plans. No arrests were reported, and the demonstration remained non‑violent throughout the day.
The incident underscores growing tensions in Punjab's rural districts, where farmers increasingly demand transparency and participation in development decisions that affect their farms.
Authorities have indicated that a meeting with farmer representatives will be scheduled to discuss possible revisions to the projects and address the grievances raised during the protest.