Residents of Canacona have raised serious concerns about widespread illegal grabbing and unauthorized sale of comunidade lands in the area. According to public reports and local voices, nearly 5 lakh square meters of these community-owned lands have been unlawfully converted, sparking outrage and legal action among the community.
The controversy stems from multiple proposals and activities involving the leasing, sale, or development of comunidade lands without proper public consent or transparent procedures. Some of these cases involve suspicious deeds and constructions that have led to formal complaints and court cases that are currently pending resolution.
Local villagers have actively protested against these unauthorized conversions, highlighting the threat to their traditional land rights and livelihoods