Allottees of the Coimbatore Housing Board have demanded the government fix revised land prices as per Supreme Court and arbitration tribunal rulings, threatening an indefinite hunger strike if ignored. They also seek pending sale deeds and refunds with interest.

  • Allottees demand revised price of ₹6,000 per cent for 31.98 acres and ₹200 per cent for 33.34 acres.
  • They request immediate issuance of sale deeds for those still waiting.
  • Failure to meet demands may lead to an indefinite hunger strike.

Hunger Strike Declaration

The Ganapathy Maanagar Veettu Urimaiyalar Nalah Paathukappu Sangam announced a one‑day token hunger strike at the Coimbatore Collectorate, warning of an indefinite strike if their demands are not met. This move targets a 33‑year‑old dispute over land valuation for Housing Board allotments.

Core Demands

The Sangam urges the state government to issue an immediate order fixing the final revised land price at ₹6,000 per cent for 31.98 acres and ₹200 per cent for 33.34 acres, in line with Supreme Court and arbitration tribunal verdicts. They also demand the issuance of sale deeds to allottees who have yet to receive them.

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Legal Background

Both the Supreme Court of India and a designated arbitration tribunal have previously directed the Housing Board to adjust land prices and complete deed transfers. Despite these rulings, implementation has stalled, causing financial strain for the beneficiaries.

Financial Redress and Software Error

The group seeks a refund of the allegedly illegally collected surplus amount, with a six‑percent interest, and the removal of interest imposed due to an error in the ‘FoxPro’ software used for land records.

Call for Government Intervention

They have asked the government to raise the issue suo motu during the Assembly’s grants debate on August 28 and to constitute a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe alleged wastage of public funds caused by faulty planning.

Panchami Land Grievances

Separately, over 100 residents from six localities in Mettupalayam petitioned for free house‑site pattas and the restoration of Panchami land, alleging that repeated petitions over the past five‑six years have yielded no action.

Historical Background

The land‑price controversy dates back to 1993 when the Coimbatore Housing Board first allocated plots under a government scheme. Over the decades, multiple petitions and court interventions have failed to secure a final settlement, leaving many families living in cramped or rented conditions.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that unresolved housing board disputes can trigger broader social unrest in Tamil Nadu, potentially influencing voter sentiment ahead of upcoming state elections.

"If the government does not act swiftly, the hunger strike could escalate into a larger civil protest, undermining public confidence in the administration," said a legal analyst.
Did You Know?: The original housing scheme intended to benefit over 12,000 landless families, many of whom still lack proper documentation after three decades.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1: What legal rights do the allottees have?

Answer: Under the Supreme Court and arbitration tribunal orders, they are entitled to the revised land price and the issuance of sale deeds.

Question 2: What is the government’s responsibility if the hunger strike continues?

Answer: The government must enforce the court orders by fixing land prices, issuing deeds, and providing the stipulated refunds with interest.