Case Study-2 :Land Acquisition Controversy in KWIN City: Balancing Development and Justice

KWIN City, a rapidly growing twin city of Bengaluru, has been earmarked for multiple infrastructure projects, including a smart city initiative, expressway expansion, and an industrial hub. The government has allocated ₹5000 crore for land acquisition, but the process has been marred by allegations of corruption, illegal land grabbing, and favoritism towards influential individuals.

There are widespread complaints from farmers and landowners that their lands have been undervalued, while prime locations have been acquired at inflated rates to benefit politicians, bureaucrats, and real estate developers. Many farmers and displaced residents have not received adequate compensation, and middlemen have siphoned off funds meant for rehabilitation.

Public protests have intensified, with accusations against the Junior Land Acquisition Officers of colluding with politicians and developers. Political pressure is mounting on the officer to expedite approvals despite irregularities. Any attempt to expose the corruption could lead to administrative backlash, transfer, or personal threats.
Meanwhile, thousands of displaced families are struggling with poor rehabilitation arrangements, leading to unrest. The delay in project implementation is causing financial losses and legal disputes, further complicating the issue.

As a Special officer on Duty for the Land acquisition what will be your course of action to manage the situation in the district. (200 words)
Identify the various dimensions of the crisis involved in the issue. Based on your understanding, suggest measures to deal with the crisis. (200 Words)