Overview
Leaders of several Left parties in Visakhapatnam have demanded that the state government withdraw its plan to set up large data centres in residential zones. They argue that the projects will harm public health, livelihoods and the environment.
Key Developments (July 23‑27, 2026)
- July 23, 2026: Joint press conference held at the CPI(M) district office. Speakers included CPI(M) district secretary M. Jaggu Naidu, CPI district secretary S.K. Rahiman, SUCI(C) district secretary K. Govindarajulu, MCPI leader G.R.M. Reddy and CPI(ML) Praja Poru district secretary K. Devasahayam.
- Leaders announced a joint visit to Tarluvada on July 27, 2026 to protest the land acquisitions.
- They called on farmers, residents and environmental activists to join the programme.
Important Facts
The protestors highlighted two major land deals:
- Approximately 260 acres have been acquired from Dalits and other farmers in Tarluvada.
- An additional 162 acres near the Mudasarlova Reservoir have been earmarked for a data centre, threatening trees, water resources and local ecology.
The leaders claim that approvals were granted without any public consultation and question the government’s promise of large‑scale employment.
Exam Relevance
This issue touches upon several GS papers:
- GS2 – Polity: Role of political parties, public participation in decision‑making, and land acquisition laws.
- GS3 – Economy: Impact