Tension erupted in Lagacharla village, Vikarabad district, Telangana, as farmers protested against land acquisition for a pharma company. Collector Prateek Jain and Kodangal Area Development Authority special officer Venkat Reddy faced stiff opposition during a public hearing.

Locals vehemently opposed the acquisition, leading to a violent confrontation. The villagers attacked the officials, damaging three vehicles. Collector Prateek Jain and other officials were targeted.

To restore order, a large police force was deployed. The incident highlights the ongoing conflicts between development initiatives and farmers’ rights. The fate of the proposed pharma company remains uncertain amidst the escalating tensions.