Archive · 17 Aug 2025
Assam Eviction: 307 Families Displaced in Japoriguri
Imagine a group of families living on government land.
The government decided they needed to leave because they didn't have permission to be there.
These families had been there for decades, some after losing their homes to floods and erosion.
The government sent notices, and many families took down their houses themselves.
Now, the government is using big machines to clear the area.
The families are now asking for help from the government, like a new place to live.
They are worried because they are now without homes.
Eviction drive began in Nonke Japoriguri, Assam, to reclaim 175 bighas of government land.
Approximately 307 families were affected by the eviction.
Families had reportedly purchased land in the area nearly 40-45 years ago after displacement due to floods and erosion.
Many families had already demolished their homes before the eviction.
Affected residents are seeking government rehabilitation and are concerned about their immediate future.
- Who
- 307 families and the Biswanath district administration.
- What
- Eviction of 307 families from 175 bighas of government land.
- When
- Eviction drive commenced on August 17.
- Where
- Nonke Japoriguri, Biswanath district, Assam.
- Why
- To reclaim government land occupied without authorization.
Displaced Families
Biswanath District Administration
Rehabilitation vs. Eviction
Displaced Families
They are seeking rehabilitation and relief.
Biswanath District Administration
The administration is focused on clearing government land.
- Location
- Nonke Japoriguri, Biswanath district, Assam
- Families Affected
- 307
- Land Area
- 175 bighas
- Date of Eviction Notices
- August 1
- Equipment Used
- 20 excavators, 10 bulldozers
- Reason for Initial Settlement
- Displacement from floods and erosion
