Nandigram movement

The Nandigram movement was a significant protest in West Bengal, India, starting in 2007. Local farmers and residents opposed the state's plan to acquire land for a industrial project, particularly a chemical plant by the Salim Group. They feared losing their farmland, livelihoods, and ecological balance. The movement gained widespread support, leading to clashes with authorities, highlighting issues of land rights, environmental protection, and farmers’ interests. It significantly influenced regional politics and brought national attention to concerns about land acquisition and protest rights in India.