DK Shivakumar's AI Township Faces Backlash As Farmers Refuse To Give Up Land

The proposed AI Township in Karnataka's Bidadi region has triggered a major political and social debate, with hundreds of farmers raising concerns over the acquisition of some of the state's most productive agricultural land. Residents claim the villages identified for the project collectively produce nearly 6.5 lakh litres of milk every month and support thousands of families dependent on farming and allied activities. As protests intensify, Karnataka Congress leaders have sought to reassure farmers that their consent will remain central to any decision on land acquisition. Meanwhile, the BJP has accused the state government of pushing ahead with the project despite local opposition. The controversy has evolved beyond a simple land dispute, becoming a larger question of how India should balance technological expansion, industrial growth and the protection of agricultural livelihoods. Watch this report for ground voices, political reactions and the growing battle over Karnataka's proposed AI Township.