NHAI says compensation for sandalwood farmer deposited in court (opens original article in a new tab)

The NHAI stated that compensation for a sandalwood farmer's land, disputed due to delays, has been deposited in the High Court after the court enhanced the amount. The farmer had allegedly attempted suicide in protest.

• NHAI clarified that compensation for T.N. Vishukumar's land was deposited in the High Court
• Vishukumar allegedly attempted suicide in protest over delayed compensation from NHAI
• NHAI stated compensation for sandalwood trees was paid as per Forest Department rates and later enhanced by the High Court