Congress Accuses BJP of Taking Credit for Land Acquisition Compensation Increase in Madhya Pradesh
BJP claiming ‘fake credit’ for raising land acquisition compensation for farmers; law made by UPA govt, says Congress
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The Indian National Congress party has accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government in Madhya Pradesh of falsely claiming credit for a recent increase in land acquisition compensation for farmers. The Congress stated that the provision was originally established by the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government under the 2013 land acquisition law.
- 01Congress alleges BJP is taking 'fake credit' for land compensation increase.
- 02Madhya Pradesh Cabinet approved a multiplication factor increase for land acquisition.
- 03Compensation for farmers will now be up to four times the market price.
- 04The provision was originally established by the UPA government in 2013.
- 05Chief Minister Mohan Yadav called the decision a major step for farmers.
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On April 23, 2026, the Indian National Congress party accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government in Madhya Pradesh of claiming 'fake credit' for a recent increase in land acquisition compensation for farmers. The Madhya Pradesh Cabinet had approved a change in the multiplication factor for land acquisition in rural areas, raising it from 1.0 to 2.0, which allows farmers to receive compensation up to four times the market price, rather than the previous double price. Congress emphasized that this provision was originally established by former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government under the 2013 land acquisition law. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav described the move as a significant decision benefiting farmers.
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This increase in compensation will provide significant financial support to farmers in Madhya Pradesh, potentially improving their livelihoods and encouraging better agricultural practices.
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