Lakshadweep admin plans to acquire beachfront land amid green concerns
The Lakshadweep Administration is planning to acquire 30 acres of beachfront land on Agatti Island for development, which has raised environmental and cultural concerns among locals. Residents fear that such infrastructure projects will negatively impact their land and identity. The administration has stated that all concerned parties will have the opportunity to raise objections before any final decisions are made.
- ▪The Lakshadweep Administration plans to acquire 121,359 sqm of private land for beach facilities on Agatti Island.
- ▪Local residents have expressed concerns about the environmental and cultural impacts of the proposed developments.
- ▪A social impact assessment study was conducted prior to the notifications issued on May 25.
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Lakshadweep admin plans to acquire beachfront land amid green concernsLakshadweep plans to acquire 30 acres on Agatti Island for beach facilities, raising concerns among locals about cultural and environmental impacts.Published on: Jun 03, 2026 6:52 AM ISTBy Jayashree NandiShare viaCopy link New Delhi: The Lakshadweep Administration plans to acquire 121,359 sqm (0.121359 sqkm or around 30 acres) of private land in Agatti Island for the development of beach front facilities and construction of a beach peripheral road on the eastern and western side of the island.
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