Former Minister accused of trying to forcibly take over farmland (opens original article in a new tab)

A former minister is accused of using undue influence to forcibly take over farmland in Vijayapura district for industrial projects, with farmers seeking government intervention.

• Former Minister S.S. Mallikarjun accused of trying to forcibly take over farmland for industrial projects
• Farmers associations claim undue influence is being used to seize 66 acres of land from 12 farmers
• Complaints to officers have not been addressed and farmers are seeking Chief Minister's intervention