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🔥 Telangana Govt's Land Grab Sparks Massive Student Protests at Hyderabad University! 🚨

TL;DR: The Telangana government's plan to auction 400 acres of land adjacent to the University of Hyderabad for IT park development has ignited fierce protests among students and faculty. They argue that this move not only encroaches upon educational space but also betrays the historical significance and self-respect of Telangana.​

Hey folks! Big drama unfolding at the University of Hyderabad (UoH)! 🎭 The Telangana government's decision to auction off 400 acres of land in Kancha Gachibowli, right next to the university, has everyone up in arms. Let's dive into the deets! 🕵️‍♂️

📜 A Trip Down Memory Lane

Back in the 1970s, during the fiery Telangana agitation, students fought tooth and nail for the state's rights.🔥 As part of the Six-Point Formula in 1973, the central government promised a central university for Telangana. This led to the birth of UoH, with a whopping 2,300 acres allocated for its campus. But here's the catch: the land was never officially registered under the university's name. Shady, right?​

🏗️ Chipping Away at UoH's Land

Over the years, chunks of this land have been nibbled away for various projects:​

  • TSRTC facilities 🚌

  • Municipal offices 🏢

  • Balayogi Stadium 🏟️

  • Tata Institute of Fundamental Research 🔬

  • National Institute of Animal Biotechnology 🧬

Now, the Telangana State Industrial Infrastructure Corporation (TGIIC) wants to auction off another 400 acres for IT and multinational companies. Students and faculty are like, "Enough is enough!" 🛑​

🎓 Campus Erupts in Protest

The student community isn't taking this lying down. They're staging massive protests, demanding the removal of police and construction equipment from the campus. The University of Hyderabad Students’ Union (UoHSU) has even called for an indefinite boycott of classes. Talk about standing your ground! ✊​

🌳 The Green Angle

But wait, there's more! The Kancha Gachibowli land isn't just any plot; it's one of Hyderabad's last green lungs. 🌲 According to the Supreme Court's T.N. Godavarman Thirumulpad judgment, this area qualifies as forest land. The government's move to clear trees before official surveys reeks of foul play. Environmentalists are fuming! 😡​

🏛️ Legal Battles and Broken Promises

In 2021, the Telangana High Court directed the state to protect the university's land and officially register it under UoH. Instead of complying, the government seems to be doing the exact opposite. Betrayal much? 

🤔 MediaFx's Take

This isn't just about land; it's about the soul of Telangana's educational and historical legacy. The government's actions undermine the sacrifices made during the Telangana movement and prioritize corporate interests over education and environment. It's high time the authorities listen to the voices of students and faculty and halt this auction. Education over exploitation, always! 📚✊​

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