Adivasi-Dalit Outfits Demand Land Reforms 2.0 Overhaul, Warn Corporates May Benefit

Adivasi-Dalit organizations in Kerala have called on the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) government to replace the existing committee studying 'Land Reforms 2.0' with a broader commission to formulate a comprehensive land reform policy. The demand was made on [date], highlighting concerns that the current committee's narrow mandate may not adequately address landlessness among marginalized communities.

The outfits warn that 'Land Reforms 2.0' as currently conceived could disproportionately benefit corporates, exacerbating inequality. They argue that a broader commission would ensure inclusive representation and a more equitable approach to land redistribution. The existing committee, appointed by the state government, has been criticized for lacking sufficient stakeholder consultation.

The call for a broader commission underscores growing tensions over land policy in Kerala, where historical land reforms have left many Adivasi and Dalit families landless. If the government proceeds without addressing these concerns, it risks alienating key voter blocs and sparking further protests. The UDF government has yet to respond to the demand, but the issue is likely to intensify political debate in the state.