NEW DELHI, August 13, 2026 — Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Shri Rahul Gandhi, held an interaction with a delegation representing tribal families and local communities protesting against the ₹44,605-crore Ken–Betwa River Linking Project (KBLP) in Madhya Pradesh.
During the meeting, the delegation outlined their key grievances regarding large-scale land acquisition, displacement, and environmental degradation in the region.
Key Highlights of the Interaction:
Demands for Fair Rehabilitation: The delegation detailed how families affected by the Daudhan Dam construction have faced inadequate compensation and delayed rehabilitation promises.
Tribal & Forest Rights: Shri Rahul Gandhi emphasized that tribal communities—as traditional custodians of land and forests—must have their rights protected under the Forest Rights Act (FRA), 2006.
Opposition to Forceful Evictions: He condemned the use of administrative pressure and police force against peaceful demonstrators in Bundelkhand, reassuring the delegation that their grievances would be strongly raised in Parliament.
Assurance of Support: Reaffirming the party's stand, Gandhi pledged to back the affected families until transparent, dignified, and fair rehabilitation policies are fully implemented.
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