Hyderabad: A Jangaon Collectorate farmer attempted self-harm during a protest over a disputed agricultural land measurement on Monday. Gudikandula Kanakayya, from Chinna Rancherla in Bachannapet mandal, owns 9 acres of agricultural land, according to the source.
However, the source said an official measurement showed only 8 acres for Kanakayya. He reportedly raised the issue with authorities and sought action over the discrepancy.
The farmer also pointed to a neighbouring landholder’s records, according to the source. While the neighbouring person reportedly had records for 10 acres, the source said the person was cultivating 11 acres.
Kanakayya reportedly approached the Jangaon Collectorate after authorities did not address his concerns. Police intervened after he attempted self-harm during the protest.
Jangaon Collectorate farmer seeks action on land dispute
Local police immediately responded to the incident and took possession of the container involved. Their intervention prevented the situation from escalating further.
The dispute centred on differences between the farmer’s stated landholding and the area recorded during measurement. Meanwhile, Kanakayya also questioned the difference between his neighbour’s recorded and cultivated land.
The source did not provide details about the official land records, the reasons for the measurement discrepancy or any subsequent action by revenue authorities. It also did not report any injuries arising from the incident.
The Jangaon Collectorate farmer’s protest highlighted his demand for authorities to address the land measurement issue. Further details about an official inquiry or resolution were not provided in the source.