New Delhi: Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has targeted the BJP over the compensation issue linked to the Aligarh-Moradabad Expressway project, demanding that farmers whose land has been acquired should receive compensation according to the market value.
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While raising the issue, Akhilesh Yadav made a sharp political remark against the BJP and alleged that farmers are not getting fair value for their land.
Akhilesh Raises Farmers' Land Compensation Demand
The SP chief said that farmers who contribute their land for major development projects should receive proper compensation based on the actual market value.
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He highlighted the concerns of landowners affected by the expressway project and demanded that their interests should be protected during the acquisition process.
“BJP Is Bharatiya Zameen Party”: Akhilesh's Attack
During his statement, Akhilesh Yadav referred to the BJP as “Bharatiya Zameen Party”, alleging that the party's policies have affected farmers' land rights.
His remarks added a political angle to the ongoing debate over land acquisition and compensation for farmers.
Expressway Projects Bring Land Issues Into Focus
Infrastructure projects such as expressways have often led to discussions around land acquisition, rehabilitation and compensation.
Farmers in several areas have raised concerns over the difference between official compensation rates and prevailing market prices, demanding a more transparent and fair process.
Farmers' Issues Gain Political Attention
Akhilesh Yadav's statement comes as political parties focus on farmer-related issues ahead of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections.
The compensation debate around development projects continues to remain an important issue in the state's political landscape.