AAP’s Land Pooling Policy: A Land Grab, Alleges SAD; Congress Demands CM Debate
The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) has launched a scathing attack on the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government’s new land pooling policy, branding it a thinly veiled attempt at land grabbing. The party cited large tracts of unused land in Mohali as evidence of the government’s mismanagement.
A senior Congress leader upped the ante, issuing a direct challenge to the Chief Minister for a public debate on the policy’s contentious clauses. He accused the AAP of reneging on its promise of voluntary land participation, alleging the policy facilitates forced acquisition.
The Congress leader highlighted concerns about the policy’s potential impact on farmers and landowners, arguing it lacked transparency and fair compensation mechanisms. Further protests are planned across the state, with the opposition parties vowing to intensify their campaign.
The controversy surrounding the land pooling policy comes at a crucial time, with the state government facing increasing pressure to address concerns over rural development and land rights. The outcome of this political showdown will significantly impact the upcoming local body elections and set the stage for future land acquisition policies in Punjab.
