All is not well at holding centres for displaced squatters
▸ Part of: Economic Survey: 7,462 Children Protected, 588 Rescued Amidst Government Efforts
Thirty-five days after evicting landless squatters, the government has yet to show concrete resettlement efforts, leaving displaced families in holding shelters feeling like prisoners. Media access to these shelters has been barred, drawing criticism from rights activists. Concerns have emerged regarding a new committee to address land problems, with fears that placing Chief District Officers in leadership roles could further endanger landless communities. Critics argue the state was unprepared for rehabilitation, leading to inhumane conditions in the shelters and a lack of nutritious food and medical care for children.
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