Orissa high court upholds diversion of surplus grazing land for statue of legendary devotee of Lord Jagannath

The Orissa High Court has ruled that diverting surplus grazing land for public use is legal. The court dismissed a petition challenging the installation of a Bandhu Mohanty statue. It found the diversion minimal and not substantially affecting villagers' grazing rights. The decision was based on objective assessment and confirmed surplus land availability.

Orissa high court upholds diversion of surplus grazing land for statue of legendary devotee of Lord Jagannath
The Orissa High Court has ruled that diverting surplus grazing land for public use is legal. The court dismissed a petition challenging the installation of a Bandhu Mohanty statue. It found the diversion minimal and not substantially affecting villagers' grazing rights. The decision was based on objective assessment and confirmed surplus land availability.