Archive · 22 Jul 2026
Koppal Farmers Storm Baldota Plant During Protest
Farmers in Koppal district protested against a steel and power company's expansion project.
They marched to the factory, demanding access to a lake they say was blocked by the company.
The protest started peacefully but later turned tense when some protesters entered the factory premises and damaged property.
Police intervened to control the situation.
The farmers have been protesting for nearly two years, and the issue has caused traffic problems in the area.
Farmers protested against Baldota Steel and Power Limited's expansion project in Koppal district.
The protest was organized by the Karnataka Rajya Raitha Sangha on Farmers' Martyrs' Day.
Protesters demanded restoration of public access to a lake allegedly blocked by the factory's expansion.
The protest turned tense when some protesters entered the factory premises and damaged property.
Police intervened to control the situation, and the protest affected traffic on the Koppal–Hosapete National Highway.
- Who
- Farmers, seers, residents, and police personnel
- What
- Protest against Baldota Steel and Power Limited's expansion project
- When
- Tuesday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Basapur, Koppal district, Karnataka, India
- Why
- To demand restoration of public access to the lake and protest against the company's expansion project
Farmers and Protesters
Baldota Steel and Power Limited
Access to the Lake
Farmers and Protesters
Farmers demand restoration of public access to the lake, alleging it became inaccessible due to the factory's expansion.
Baldota Steel and Power Limited
The company has not publicly responded to the allegations regarding the lake's accessibility.
Protest and Property Damage
Farmers and Protesters
Protesters claim their actions were symbolic and necessary to highlight their grievances.
Baldota Steel and Power Limited
The company likely views the protest and property damage as unlawful and disruptive.
- Location
- Basapur, Koppal district, Karnataka, India
- Date
- Tuesday (specific date not mentioned)
- Organizing Body
- Karnataka Rajya Raitha Sangha
- Occasion
- 46th Farmers' Martyrs' Day
- Key Demands
- Restoration of public access to the lake
- Protest Duration
- Ongoing for nearly two years
- Law Enforcement Response
- Police intervention to control the situation
- Traffic Impact
- Affected traffic on Koppal–Hosapete National Highway