Archive · 25 Jun 2025
Barduar Bagan Residents Protest Satellite Township Project
Imagine a new town is planned near where some people live.
These people, who are from different groups, are worried.
They think this new town will force them to leave their homes, hurt the environment (like the lake nearby), and change how they live.
They gathered to protest, asking the government to stop the project and give them rights to their land.
They also want to protect the local environment and culture.
Indigenous residents of Barduar Bagan protested against the proposed satellite township.
The protest, organized by the Land Pattani Demand Committee, involved various indigenous groups.
Protesters fear displacement, environmental damage, and loss of socio-cultural balance.
Speakers demanded cancellation of the project, land rights, and protection of the ecosystem.
The protest highlighted concerns about land acquisition and potential harm to Chandubi Lake.
- Who
- Indigenous inhabitants, Land Pattani Demand Committee, and various community representatives.
- What
- A citizens' convention to protest the proposed Barduar Bagan Satellite Township.
- When
- June 25th
- Where
- Jarapata field in Barduar Bagan, Palasbari, Assam.
- Why
- To protest the proposed satellite township, fearing displacement, environmental damage, and loss of socio-cultural balance.
Protesters' Viewpoint
Government's Viewpoint
Development vs. Preservation
Protesters' Viewpoint
The proposed satellite township threatens the environment and their livelihoods.
Government's Viewpoint
The government plans the township with the intent of development.
Land Acquisition
Protesters' Viewpoint
They believe that land is being acquired from tribal and marginalized groups unfairly, potentially with corruption.
Government's Viewpoint
The government sees the land as a necessity for the project.
- Location of Protest
- Jarapata field, Palasbari, Assam
- Organizing Group
- Barduar Bagan Land Pattani Demand Committee
- Main Concern
- Proposed Satellite Township
- Specific Threat
- Displacement of thousands
- Affected Ecosystem
- Chandubi Lake