Locals affected by land acquisition for the Sirsiya-based Birgunj Dry Port began an indefinite sit-in at the facility’s main gate on Monday, demanding compensation for acquired land and physical structures.
The protesters said repeated discussions, talks and agreements with the concerned government bodies had not been implemented. Their protest at the main entrance has affected revenue collection at the dry port.
Protest over land acquisition compensation
The sit-in centers on compensation for land and structures acquired for the dry port. The affected locals are demanding that the commitments made through discussions with government bodies be carried out.
The protest is being held at the dry port’s main gate and is set to continue indefinitely, according to the summary of the dispute.
