India, April 17 -- The agitation by farmers and tribals affected by the Ken-Betwa river linking project has been postponed following assurances from the administration on April 16, 2026. The protesters have given the administration a 10-day extension as demanded.

Amit Bhatnagar, a social activist leading the agitation, told Down To Earth that sub-divisional magistrate (SDM)-level officials will set up camps in all affected villages to conduct a fresh survey and address the victims' concerns regarding rehabilitation and compensation. According to Bhatnagar, his team will also conduct a survey in parallel with the administration's, to clarify the actual situation.

Those affected by the Ken-Betwa River Linking Project began protesting on A...