"KCR will return and give you your Pattas": KTR promises farmers
BRS leader KTR vows to return land titles to farmers affected by the Bullet Train project and slams the Congress government over land allegations.
In a high-stakes political move, Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working president KTR Rama Rao has made a significant vow to the farming community in Telangana. Addressing farmers in Bahadurpally, Shamshabad, who are reportedly facing land displacement due to the upcoming Bullet Train Project, KTR promised that their land titles, or pattas, would be restored once his party returns to power.
The Bullet Train Land Dispute
During his interaction with the affected landowners, KTR clarified that the BRS does not oppose the development of the Bullet Train itself. However, he raised serious concerns regarding how the project is being utilized to facilitate what he termed a "real estate scam."
Key highlights of KTR's promise include:
- Restoration of Titles: KTR stated that with the blessings of the people, KCR will return to power in a year and a half and ensure every farmer receives their pattas back.
- Legislative Support: He mentioned that local MLA Karthik Reddy is actively fighting for their rights in the High Court to secure justice for the community.
- Direct Action: KTR pledged that once the party is back in office, a formal meeting will be held to facilitate the return of land documents.
Addressing Agricultural Distress
KTR's visit was not limited to land disputes. On Sunday, he traveled to the outskirts of Deshitikyal village in the Nagarkurnool district to witness the plight of farmers struggling with a severe dry spell. Walking through fields of dried-up crops, he interacted with the local community to understand the immediate hardships caused by the lack of water.
He was accompanied by several senior BRS leaders, including former ministers Jagadish Reddy, C Lakshma Reddy, and V Srinivas Goud, as well as MLC Naveen Kumar Reddy and former MLAs Marri Janardhan Reddy and Alla Venkateshwar Reddy.
Clash Over Sircilla Land Allegations
The BRS leader also took a sharp swipe at Chief Minister Revanth Reddy following the CM's visit to Sircilla. KTR criticized the current Congress administration, alleging that they have failed to deliver on their promises nearly three years into their term.
A major point of contention involves the Chief Minister's claim that 8,000 acres of government land were seized in Sircilla, with 2,400 acres subsequently recovered. KTR has challenged the government to produce a "white paper" to substantiate these claims.
"The government must disclose the complete details, including the mandal, village, survey numbers, extent of land and names of those involved. If the allegations are true, the government must place the facts before the people. If they cannot be proved, the Chief Minister must apologise to the people of Sircilla."
KTR demanded full transparency, insisting that if the government cannot provide concrete evidence regarding the land recovery, the leadership must issue a formal apology to the citizens of Sircilla.