Jashpur Farmers Block Bharatmala Survey, Seek Land-for-Land Compensation

Farmers in Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh stopped a Bharatmala highway survey that was underway in the area. The protest was organized by local farmer groups who claim that the survey is a pre-step to land acquisition for the national highway project. They have demanded a "land-for-land" compensation scheme, insisting that any land taken for the project be replaced with equal land elsewhere.

The farmers argue that the current compensation offers are inadequate and that the land they would lose is vital for their livelihoods. They have called on state and central authorities to negotiate a fair exchange before any construction can resume.

Government officials have acknowledged the farmers’ concerns and said that discussions will be initiated to address the compensation issue. The Bharatmala survey is expected to be paused until a resolution is reached.