Himachal Pradesh: Land Acquisition For Renuka Dam Project Continues Despite Uncertainties

Himachal Pradesh: Land Acquisition For Renuka Dam Project Continues Despite Uncertainties   Local People file objections and Activists appeal for stay on the forced acquisition   The HPPCL and revenue administration today notified Section 9 of the Land Acquisition Act 1894, for approximately 680 bighas (abt 57 hectares) of land of Panaar Village for the Renuka Dam Project. Earlier in September 2010 award was announced for 445 bighas (approx 37 hectares) of land in Dungi Kandaun Village. As per...

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