Archive · 6 Aug 2025
Paharpur Encroachment Stalls Relocation of Laika Families
Some families called the Laika families were supposed to move to a new place, but it hasn't happened yet.
The government promised to help them relocate, but there have been problems.
A lot of the land where they were supposed to go is being used for something else, like growing tea.
Some other groups don't want the families to move there because they are worried about things like land rights and how the community will change.
412 Laika families' relocation stalled due to Paharpur encroachment.
Mising groups express concerns over the delayed relocation.
The government has failed to rehabilitate displaced families as promised.
80% of earmarked land in Paharpur is encroached for tea cultivation.
Local tribal groups opposed relocation citing ethnic rights concerns.
- Who
- 412 Laika families, TMPK, MMK, and local tribal student unions.
- What
- Stalled relocation of 412 Laika families due to Paharpur encroachment.
- When
- Relocation has been delayed for almost four years.
- Where
- Paharpur under Lekhapani Forest Range of Digboi division in Tinsukia district.
- Why
- Due to encroachment and opposition from local groups.
Laika Families/Mising Groups
Local Tribal Student Unions/Organizations
Relocation Status
Laika Families/Mising Groups
Support relocation to ensure displaced families have a place to live.
Local Tribal Student Unions/Organizations
Concerned about the stalled relocation process and government's failure.
View on Relocation
Laika Families/Mising Groups
Advocate for the rehabilitation of Laika families.
Local Tribal Student Unions/Organizations
Oppose the relocation due to concerns about ethnic rights, demographic impact, and legal provisions.
- Affected Families
- 412 Laika families
- Location of Relocation
- Paharpur RF
- Land Earmarked
- 166 hectares
- Land Encroached
- 80%
- Groups Concerned
- TMPK, MMK