Guwahati, Aug. 19 -- Wildlife conservationists across the state have raised their voices after the Assam government allotted nearly 3,000 bighas of land in Dima Hasao to a cement company.

They call it a direct threat to forests, hills, and indigenous communities. The move has sparked widespread outrage, legal scrutiny, and the possibility of statewide protests.

The Gauhati High Court has strongly criticised the Assam government for allotting nearly 3,000 bighas of tribal land in Dima Hasao district to Mahabal Cement Private Limited.

Justice Sanjay Kumar Medhi called the allotment "extraordinary" and remarked, "3,000 bighas! The entire district? What kind of decision is this? Is this some kind of a joke or what?" The court has directed ...