The Centre for Liberty has called upon the Andhra Pradesh government and APCRDA to resolve a long-standing land dispute in Navluru village, which threatens 33 plot owners due to upcoming road construction.

  • 33 plot owners in Navluru village face displacement due to land disputes.
  • The Centre for Liberty, led by A.B. Venkateswara Rao, has demanded immediate government intervention.
  • Conflict stems from British-era land classifications and current APCRDA infrastructure projects.
  • The government is reportedly considering alternative land allotments.

The land dispute in Navluru village, located in the Mangalagiri mandal of Amaravati, has escalated, prompting urgent calls for government intervention. On Tuesday, a delegation from the Centre for Liberty, led by retired IPS officer A.B. Venkateswara Rao, held a press conference in Vijayawada to demand a resolution from the State Government and the Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA).

The core of the dispute lies in complex historical land records. Mr. Rao asserted that the lands in question were originally assigned to farmers during the British era. According to historical records, the land was classified as 'Tank Poramboke' in 1907 and subsequently subdivided into seven parts in 1925, including a section classified as 'Vagu Poramboke'.

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Historical Background and Legal Complexity

Following the initial assignments, beneficiaries obtained permission from the local village panchayat to develop layouts and subsequently sold the plots. However, a major legal hurdle arose in 2007 when the State Government included these lands in the 22A prohibited properties list. This move triggered a protracted legal battle that continues to this day.

The situation worsened in 2017 when the Guntur District Collector alienated the assigned lands to the APCRDA, categorizing them as government-owned property. Currently, the APCRDA is proceeding with the construction of the N3(B) road, a project that directly impacts 33 developed plots.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that this conflict represents a classic clash between historical land rights and modern urban infrastructure requirements. The failure to reconcile these two aspects could lead to significant legal liabilities for the state and prolonged social unrest among landowners.

The intersection of colonial-era land records and rapid urban expansion creates a legal minefield for modern administrators.

While the District Collector had previously assured affected owners of a resolution, the reality on the ground remains uncertain. Revenue officials have maintained that the lands are essential for the APCRDA's trunk infrastructure development. However, they noted that the government is currently exploring the possibility of allotting alternative lands to the affected parties to mitigate the impact.

Did You Know?: The term 'Poramboke' is a legacy of the British colonial administration used to denote land owned by the government.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why are the 33 plot owners in Navluru facing trouble?
They are facing trouble because the land they own is being used for the APCRDA's N3(B) road construction project despite ongoing legal disputes.

2. What is the government's proposed solution?
The government is considering the allotment of alternative lands to the affected plot owners.