Munambam's Stand: A Battle for Land Rights in Kerala

Protesters in Munambam, Kerala, led by community leaders, met with Chief Minister Vijayan to seek resolution on a 30-day-long land dispute with the Waqf Board. Despite government assurances of a high-level committee meeting, the protest continues as residents allege unlawful land claims by the board.

Protesters from Munambam in Kerala's Ernakulam district are calling on Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan to resolve their protracted land dispute with the Waqf Board. The demonstration has now entered its 30th day.

A group headed by Bishop Ambrose Puthenveettil and Joseph Benny met the Chief Minister, who assured them of a resolution. Despite this, protesters remain determined to continue their action.

The land issue has sparked widespread support, with the Syro-Malabar Church rallying to their cause. Political tensions are also escalating as the state assembly unanimously opposed the BJP-led Centre's Waqf (Amendment) Bill.

(With inputs from agencies.)